Materials Planner II-III

What starts with YOU, moves the world! 

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional and talented Materials Planner II-III based at our Berea, KY manufacturing facility. 

What you will do: 

• Plan, release, and manage material schedules to align with production needs and support on‑time builds. 

• Track supplier performance by monitoring delivery dates, acknowledgements, shortages, and quality issues; take proactive action to prevent delays. 

• Review inventory levels daily, adjusting for demand changes, lead times, safety stock, and early shipments to control excess and prevent stockouts. 

• Analyze data related to materials, suppliers, and inventory to identify risks, trends, and opportunities to improve cost, delivery, and material flow. 

• Communicate material status, shortage risks, and recovery plans with production, purchasing, logistics, engineering, and other internal teams. 

• Support material readiness for engineering changes, new product introductions, and process updates to ensure seamless transitions with no production disruptions. 

• Participate in supply‑chain improvement projects, including Kanban, vendor‑managed inventory (VMI), consignment, and other inventory‑optimization efforts. 

Level III Additions:  

• Manage materials planning across multiple plants, regions, or product families with a larger and more complex scope. 

• Serve as the primary escalation point for significant supplier issues and high‑impact material constraints. 

• Lead broader supply‑chain improvement initiatives that align with regional or business‑unit goals. 

Who you are: 

• Strong organizational and time‑management skills, with the ability to juggle competing priorities. 

• Clear and confident communication, especially when coordinating across multiple teams. 

• Data‑driven decision‑making, using facts and trends to guide actions. 

• A continuous‑improvement mindset, always looking for better ways to streamline the flow of materials. 

• Calmness under pressure, especially during shortages, supplier delays, or urgent production demands. 

What you will need: 

Level II 

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of experience in a materials, supply‑chain, or manufacturing environment 

• High school diploma and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience. 

Level III 

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 4 years of experience in materials planning, supply chain, or a related manufacturing discipline. 

Skills, Experience & Abilities       

• Proficiency using MRP/ERP systems (e.g., AS400, PRMS, SAP, or similar). 

• Solid understanding of material scheduling, demand planning, and inventory control. 

• Ability to work confidently with spreadsheets, data analysis tools, and standard office software. 

• Experience collaborating with suppliers and cross‑functional teams to resolve material or delivery issues. 

Level III Additions: 

• Advanced experience with MRP/ERP systems and strong Excel proficiency for data analysis and reporting. 

• Working knowledge of lean material‑flow practices, including Kanban, consignment, and demand‑flow environments. 

• Strong product and component knowledge developed through hands‑on experience within manufacturing. 

• Familiarity with supplier qualification or certification processes. 

Who we are: 

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., designs, engineers, manufactures, sells and services a comprehensive line of lift trucks, aftermarket parts and technology and energy solutions that are transforming the way the world moves materials from Port to Home. As a global leader in the materials handling industry, Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, has been building relationships with our customers, suppliers, dealers and employees for over 100 years. For more information about a career with Hyster-Yale, please visit hyster-yalecareers.com. 

What we offer: 

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, offers competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, supportive work environment, hybrid work option, and opportunities for growth and development. A full benefits package: paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer-sponsored profit sharing and 401(k). 

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