Materials Planning and Control Support III

Inside the Role

This role is a mid-level materials planning position focused on production support, material flow, scheduling, and supplier coordination.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

Position offers a starting hourly wage range of $27.88 to $36.06 USD

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience.

Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans.

What You Drive at DTNA

• •Plan and manage the flow of materials from receiving and warehouse operations to production.
• •Develop and maintain raw material and production schedules to support manufacturing requirements.
• •Manage supplier lead times and delivery schedules to ensure uninterrupted production.
• •Coordinate closely with Purchasing, Warehouse, and Production teams to align material availability with production demands.

Knowledge You Should Bring (Required Qualifications)

• •Associate's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Logistics, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field and one (1) year of experience in material planning, inventory control, production scheduling, logistics, purchasing, warehouse operations, or manufacturing support; OR three (3) years of directly related experience in lieu of a degree.
• •Experience using an ERP/MRP system (SAP, Oracle, or similar ) to support material planning, inventory management, production scheduling, and order fulfillment.
• •Ability to analyze inventory levels, material shortages, supplier delivery performance, and production requirements to support manufacturing operations.
• •Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other business systems used for planning, reporting, and data analysis.
• •Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to coordinate across Purchasing, Production, Warehouse, and Supplier teams.
• •An attached resume is required

Exceptional Candidates Might Have (Preferred Qualifications)

• •Two or more years of experience in material planning, production scheduling, inventory control, or manufacturing operations within a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• •Experience supporting just-in-time (JIT) manufacturing, supplier scheduling, and production planning processes.
• •Demonstrated ability to independently resolve material shortages, supplier constraints, and production disruptions.
• •Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement, root cause analysis, and process optimization.
• •Experience developing reports, analyzing data trends, and providing recommendations to improve material flow and inventory performance.
• •Experience leveraging AI tools and technologies to improve productivity, efficiency, or business outcomes

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

York, SC US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration.

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• •This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• •Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• •Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• •Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• •Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• •EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.