Supply Chain Material Planning Lead

Wheeling, IL, 60090

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Type: Contract

Reference ID: 32975616

Date Posted: 09/14/2026



Apply now: Supply Chain Material Planning Lead, Hybrid - Wheeling, IL. Start date is ASAP for this 6 month contract position.

Job Title: Supply Chain Material Planning Lead
Location-Type: Hybrid - Wheeling, IL (onsite 1x per week; local candidates preferred)
Start Date: ASAP (mid-to-end September target)
Duration: Contract, 6 months 
Compensation Range: $50-$60/hr 
Benefits: Eligible for Health, Dental, Vision, and 401K
Visa Sponsorship: Not eligible for visa sponsorship

Job Description:

  • This role supports the client's materials planning and S&OP processes by managing supply and demand planning, inventory analysis, and cross-functional reporting to ensure uninterrupted material availability across manufacturing operations.

Job Summary
  • Manage and support the S&OP process, including production and inventory forecasting, supply/demand balancing, and scenario planning
  • Analyze SAP, Excel, and other system data to uncover planning insights and recommend strategy based on commodity type, lead time, logistics, and inventory DOS targets
  • Build and maintain Excel macros and automated reporting to support planning decisions and increase operational efficiency
  • Develop and evolve Power BI and/or Tableau dashboards providing real-time visibility into key planning KPIs
  • Conduct materials health reviews and inventory analysis to optimize inventory levels and support plant material managers
  • Deliver monthly reporting to Operations and Finance, and lead cross-functional planning meetings with stakeholders across supply chain, procurement, and operations
  • Support manufacturing master data and provide ad hoc business analysis as needed
Minimum Requirements:
  • 3-5 years of experience in supply planning, materials management, production planning, or a related analytical role within a manufacturing environment
  • Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, formula development, charting, and macro creation
  • Hands-on experience with SAP or a comparable ERP system for data extraction and materials planning
  • Strong understanding of S&OP processes, inventory planning, and supply/demand management
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate data insights into clear, actionable presentations for operational and business stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with Power BI and/or Tableau dashboard development
  • Familiarity with MRP, JDA, or similar planning systems
  • Background in data science or data engineering within a manufacturing environment
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business Analytics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
  • Project management experience, including leading small cross-functional projects; PMP certification is a plus

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