Materials Planner OH

Job DetailsLevel: ManagementJob Location: 0PZ68 TULKOFF FOOD PRODUCTS OHIO LLC - CINCINNATI , OH 45241Position Type: Full TimeJob Shift: 1st ShiftJob Category: WarehouseTulkoff Foods is a dynamic and rapidly growing private equity-backed portfolio company within the food industry. We specialize in the manufacture and distribution of specialty sauces across North America, with a commitment to delivering high-quality products and innovative solutions to our customers. As we navigate a period of expansion and strategic initiatives, we are seeking a Materials Planner OH to join our team and contribute to the company's success. POSITION SUMMARY The Site Materials Planner is responsible for the accuracy, flow, and availability of materials at the Tulkoff Ohio site, ensuring production has what it needs, when it needs it. This role serves as the site’s ROSS ERP Super User, owns the coordination and scheduling of material transfers from third-party logistics (3PL) providers in support of the production run schedule, leads Warehouse Receiving operations and associated clerical functions (including BOL management and receipt paperwork), coordinates finite production planning with the Corporate Supply Chain Production Planner, drives continuous improvement in warehouse material flow and process management, and acts as the primary site liaison with Corporate Supply Planning and Procurement on all materials management matters. Success in this role requires strong systems knowledge, cross-functional coordination skills, and a hands-on approach to keeping materials moving reliably through the site. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES ROSS ERP Super User – Serve as the site’s subject-matter expert and super user for the ROSS ERP system as it relates to materials management, inventory, and warehouse transactions. Maintain data integrity within ROSS, troubleshoot transactional issues, train and support site users, and act as the primary point of contact between the Ohio site and IT/corporate ROSS administrators for system enhancements, upgrades, and issue resolution. 3PL Material Transfer Coordination – Coordinate and schedule inbound and outbound material transfers with third-party logistics (3PL) providers to directly support the site’s production run schedule. Monitor transfer timing, quantities, and lead times to prevent line stoppages or excess inventory, and proactively resolve delays or discrepancies with 3PL partners. Warehouse Receiving Leadership – Lead the Warehouse Receiving function, including coordinating receiving activities and personnel workflow, ensuring incoming materials are inspected, verified, and received into ROSS accurately and timely, and maintaining compliance with food safety, quality, and safety standards during all receiving activities. Warehouse Clerical Administration – Own the clerical and documentation functions supporting the warehouse, including Bill of Lading (BOL) management for inbound and outbound shipments, completion and filing of receipt paperwork, and maintenance of accurate, audit-ready warehouse records in accordance with site and corporate document retention requirements. Corporate Supply Planning & Procurement Coordination – Serve as the primary site contact for Corporate Supply Planning and Procurement on materials management topics, including inventory positions, replenishment needs, supply constraints, and forecast alignment. Communicate site-level material risks and opportunities to corporate partners and translate corporate supply plans into actionable site execution. Finite Production Planning – Coordinate finite production planning for the Ohio site in conjunction with the Corporate Supply Chain Production Planner, aligning material availability and warehouse capacity against the finite production schedule, flagging capacity or material constraints, and adjusting site execution plans as schedules evolve. Continuous Improvement – Lead continuous improvement activities focused on warehouse material flow and process management, including warehouse layout and slotting, receiving and put-away workflows, and standard operating procedures. Identify root causes of inefficiency or error, drive corrective actions, and champion process and ERP-utilization improvements across the site. Manage site raw material, packaging, and finished goods inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts, reconciliation, and root-cause resolution of variances. Partner with Production, Quality, and Maintenance to ensure materials management practices support uninterrupted production schedules. Monitor and report key materials management metrics (e.g., inventory accuracy, on-time receiving, 3PL transfer performance) to site and corporate leadership. Ensure compliance with all safety, food safety (GMP/HACCP), and regulatory requirements within warehouse and receiving areas. Support annual physical inventory and any additional audits as required by site or corporate leadership. Perform other duties as assigned by the Warehouse Manager or site leadership. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Logistics, or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. 3–5 years of experience in materials management, warehouse operations, or supply chain roles, preferably within a food manufacturing or CPG environment. Hands-on experience with ROSS ERP strongly preferred; demonstrated ability to serve as a system super user, including troubleshooting and end-user training. Experience coordinating with 3PL providers and managing inbound/outbound material logistics against a production schedule. Prior experience leading warehouse or receiving operations, including coordinating the work of receiving personnel. Working knowledge of finite production scheduling/planning concepts and experience coordinating with supply chain or production planning functions. Strong attention to detail with experience managing warehouse clerical/documentation processes such as Bills of Lading (BOL) and receipt paperwork. Demonstrated experience leading continuous improvement efforts (e.g., Lean, Kaizen, 5S) related to warehouse material flow and process management. Strong working knowledge of inventory management principles, cycle counting, and materials/supply planning concepts. Excellent cross-functional communication skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively across site operations and corporate supply planning/procurement teams. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel in particular); experience with warehouse management systems (WMS) a plus. Strong organizational skills and comfort operating in a fast-paced, deadline-driven manufacturing environment. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT Ability to work in both office and warehouse/production environments, including exposure to varying temperatures, noise, and refrigerated/cold storage areas. Ability to walk, stand, bend, and occasionally lift up to 25–50 lbs. within warehouse areas. Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated areas of the plant. Flexibility to adjust working hours occasionally to support production schedules, receiving needs, or 3PL transfer timing. Tulkoff Foods offers a generous benefits package that includes 401(k) with an 8% employer match on contributions, great work/life balance, paid time off, employer paid life insurance, monthly town hall lunch, and other voluntary benefits. In addition, we offer an air-conditioned production environment, full-time schedule with minimal overtime, weekend work is seldom required. *This position requires a background check and drug screen