Supply Planner

Job Title: External Manufacturing Analyst / Supply Planner
Location: Hackettstown NJ 07840
Duration: 12-Month Contract

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced External Manufacturing Analyst / Supply Planner to support end-to-end supply chain planning production scheduling and inventory management. This role will work closely with external manufacturing partners internal supply planning teams and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure alignment between demand and supply while maintaining service levels and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and align production plans using Rapid Response; coordinate schedule handoffs to manufacturing sites
• Develop and commit production schedules in collaboration with external manufacturing partners
• Manage SAP Production Purchase Orders (POs) including updates and closures
• Monitor and resolve inbound supply risks in coordination with Supply Planning and manufacturing sites
• Oversee inventory management in SAP including cycle counts audits and reconciliations
• Support new product launches and site startups through item workflow processes
• Ensure timely vendor payments by managing Accounts Payable (CORA)
• Maintain strong communication with external partners and internal stakeholders
• Identify process improvement opportunities and contribute to supply chain optimization
• Work independently while adhering to established procedures and controls

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Finance Accounting Engineering or related field OR 2-5 years of relevant experience
• 2-5 years of experience in manufacturing supply chain logistics or accounting
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems
• Knowledge of production planning inventory control and supply planning
• Strong analytical communication and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple systems and priorities

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors degree (preferred)
• 5-10 years of relevant experience
• Experience in manufacturing environments and financial processes
• Familiarity with tools such as SAP Rapid Response Veritas or similar systems
• Experience in roles such as Supply Planner Production Scheduler Inventory Analyst or Manufacturing Analyst

Required Skills:

Supply Chain