We are seeking a proactive and detail‑oriented Material Planner to join our team. In this role, you will ensure the right materials are available at the right time to keep production running smoothly. You will manage inventory levels, coordinate with suppliers, and support production scheduling to maintain a seamless flow of materials throughout the operation.

If you enjoy problem-solving, thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, and excel at connecting the dots between supply and demand, this role is a great fit.

Your Impact

Execute daily material planning to support production schedules
Analyze data and ensure timely availability of materials
Monitor inventory to prevent shortages, overstock, and aging items
Communicate forecasts and delivery requirements to suppliers
Expedite or de-expedite materials based on production needs
Provide material status updates
Maintain accurate data within ERP systems and planning parameters
Support continuous improvement efforts to optimize material flow and reduce costs

Your Experience and Qualifications

Associate or bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, or a related field (preferred)
2–5 years of experience in material planning, purchasing, or production control
Strong understanding of inventory management
Excellent communication, organization, and analytical skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
Travel required (minimal as needed)

Your Compensation and Benefits

Expected annual salary for this role will be $45,000 - $55,000, plus eligible for an annual bonus. This is dependent upon job related knowledge, experience, and skills.

Benefits will include the ability to elect health care and wellness plans, dental and vision plans, flexible and virtual work options (where available), 401(k) Savings Plan with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, health savings and flexible spending accounts, reimbursement for continuing education, life insurance, and other supplemental insurance plans.

Your Workplace and Travel

You will be working a hybrid role (Monday – Thursday in office, and Friday flex day) based out of either Assumption, IL, Taylorville, IL, or Paris, IL.

We value inclusion and recognize the innovation a diverse workforce delivers to our farmers. Through our recruitment efforts, we are committed to building a team that includes a variety of experiences, backgrounds, cultures and perspectives.

Join us as we bring agriculture into the future and apply now!

Grain & Protein Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

1. GPT Purpose: Feeding the World Better, through high quality grain and responsibly raised protein

2. GPT Mission: Make Farmers and Agribusiness Managers more productive and more profitable

3. GPT Culture: Winning Values and Winning Behaviors that nurtures a “Winners Win” culture of excellence

4. GPT Approach: Achieve balanced and sustainable success for Employees, Customers, and Owners

Grain & Protein Technologies is a leading global designer, manufacturer, and marketer of reliable, durable, and innovative equipment solutions for grain, seed, poultry, egg, and swine production. Generating $1.1 billion in annual revenue, the Company serves farmers and agribusiness managers in over 100 countries and currently operates 19 manufacturing facilities across 5 continents, employing more than 3600 people.

The Company goes to market with its strong portfolio of industry leading brands – GSI, Cumberland, AP, Tecno, Cimbria, Aerotech, Reventa, and Euroemme. With its Company Purpose of “Feeding the World Better”, Grain & Protein Technologies emphasizes advancing smart technologies and offering innovative technical solutions to make farmers and agribusiness managers more productive and profitable in a sustainable way.

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