Scientific Search · 8 hours ago
Materials Planning/Procurement Manager
Aberdeen, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelScientific Search is a dynamic global leader in detection and screening technologies, seeking a Materials Planning/Procurement Manager to lead procurement execution and materials planning strategy. This role is pivotal in ensuring supply continuity for production while optimizing inventory and driving cost savings in a fast-paced, high-value manufacturing environment.
Human ResourcesStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead a team of procurement professionals managing MRP execution and order fulfillment
Ensure timely purchase order execution, supplier communications, and delivery tracking
Maintain accurate ERP/MRP planning parameters and master data (SAP preferred)
Align procurement activities with production schedules and project timelines
Drive supplier performance improvement and resolve delivery/quality issues
Implement inventory optimization strategies and continuous process improvements
Support compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements
Qualification
Required
Lead and develop a team focused on MRP execution, tactical procurement, and inventory management
Influence cross-functional operations and support strategic sourcing initiatives
Work in a high-impact, high-value, low-volume environment with diverse SKUs
Lead a team of procurement professionals managing MRP execution and order fulfillment
Ensure timely purchase order execution, supplier communications, and delivery tracking
Maintain accurate ERP/MRP planning parameters and master data (SAP preferred)
Align procurement activities with production schedules and project timelines
Drive supplier performance improvement and resolve delivery/quality issues
Implement inventory optimization strategies and continuous process improvements
Support compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements
Experience in high-value, low-volume manufacturing with many SKUs
Strong SAP/MRP system expertise and advanced Excel skills
Strong leadership with proven ability to motivate and influence across teams
Preferred
Ability to pass security vetting (US Citizen preferred)
Benefits
Competitive salary package
Strong benefits
Participation in company-wide bonus plan
Company
Scientific Search
Scientific Search is a staffing and recruiting company offering pharmaceutical, engineering, and it recruiting services.
Founded in 1983
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase