MRO Planner

Position: MRO Planner

Brief Summary: The MRO Planner is responsible for coordinating and optimizing Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) materials planning, inventory management, and warehouse activities to support efficient plant operations. This position works closely with Purchasing, Maintenance, Operations, and Warehouse personnel to ensure the timely availability of materials, maintain appropriate inventory levels, and support cost-effective supply chain operations. The MRO Planner also assists in monitoring warehouse performance, implementing process improvements, and maintaining compliance with company policies, quality standards, and operational objectives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate MRO materials planning activities based on production schedules, maintenance requirements, inventory needs, and established budgets.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Maintenance, Operations, and Warehouse personnel to ensure the timely availability of materials, spare parts, and equipment necessary to support plant operations.
• Monitor inventory levels, establish appropriate reorder points, identify critical spare parts, and maintain optimal stock levels to minimize downtime and excess inventory costs.
• Oversee inventory accuracy, investigate discrepancies, identify obsolete or deteriorated materials, and coordinate appropriate inventory adjustments or disposition.
• Maintain accurate material master data, inventory records, and related system information in accordance with established procedures and standardization requirements.
• Support purchasing activities by identifying material requirements, coordinating procurement priorities, and assisting with supplier evaluations and purchasing strategies.
• Monitor warehouse operations and performance indicators to ensure inventory integrity, efficient material handling, and compliance with established operational objectives.
• Coordinate with the MRO Manager and Warehouse Supervisor to support warehouse activities, employee development, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with inventory reconciliations, monthly warehouse closing activities, and coordination between MRO, Accounting, and Purchasing.
• Develop, monitor, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) related to inventory accuracy, material availability, warehouse efficiency, and MRO performance.
• Identify and implement process improvements involving inventory management, warehouse organization, material standardization, 5S, and operational efficiency.
• Support internal and external audits, inventory reviews, and compliance with applicable quality, safety, and company standards.
• Promote and follow all company safety policies, procedures, and operational requirements while maintaining a safe and organized work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Preferred Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years experience in materials planning, inventory management, warehouse operations, or related supply chain functions.
• Working knowledge of industrial maintenance materials, spare parts, and manufacturing operations; experience in pipe and tube manufacturing preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to coordinate activities across multiple departments, manage competing priorities, and support operational objectives.
• Experience with inventory management systems, ERP software, Modula Vertical Lift, Microsoft Office applications, and SAP experience strongly preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform job duties and follow safety requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms, and communicate effectively.
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or bend while performing warehouse and inventory-related activities.
• May occasionally be required to lift and/or move materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to work in both office and industrial manufacturing environments, including warehouse and production areas.
• May be exposed to moving mechanical equipment, varying temperatures, industrial noise, and other manufacturing conditions.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) when entering designated plant or warehouse areas.