Manufacturing Material Planner / Buyer

Duration : 12 months contract Job Description : Client is seeking a Materials Planner II to support production operations for our product line at our San Diego manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate is process-oriented, analytical, adaptable, and proactive someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes ownership of their work, and demonstrates an eagerness to learn and grow professionally. Early-career candidates currently completing a Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Supply Chain, or related field with relevant internship experience. Experienced professionals with 8–10 years of planning or production scheduling experience in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities : Collaborate with the Master Scheduler to align on build plans, production schedules, and capacity adjustments. Analyze manufacturing capacity and allocate resources to ensure on-time production and delivery. Determine material requirements from production schedules and coordinate material flow between purchasing, production, and engineering. Plan, schedule, and monitor the movement of materials through the production cycle in a high-mix, short lead-time environment. Partner with purchasing to assess incoming material status, identify risks, and develop mitigation plans. Track and report material shortages; lead shortage meetings with procurement to resolve supply constraints. Escalate critical part shortages that could impact shipment schedules. Support continuous process improvements and contribute to operational efficiency initiatives. Experience : Minimum 5 years of experience in materials planning, production scheduling, or supply chain coordination. Proficiency with SAP and Microsoft Excel (advanced level). Strong analytical and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Proven record of collaboration across departments (purchasing, production, and engineering). Experience in semiconductor, instrumentation, or precision manufacturing industries. Exposure to high-mix, low-volume production environments. Internship or work experience in materials planning or manufacturing for recent graduates. Skills : Material Planning SAP Production environment Education : Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience. About US Tech Solutions : US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com. US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.