SAP Material Planner at Aston Carter — NeverHard

Job DescriptionJob Description Job Title: SAP Material Planner Job Description The SAP Material Planner ensures the right materials are available at the right time to support uninterrupted production in a make-to-forecast environment. This role focuses on mid- to long-term material planning, supplier collaboration, inventory optimization, KPI ownership, and cross-functional alignment using SAP and advanced reporting tools. The planner drives data-based decisions, supports commercialization and new product launches, and leads continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain. Responsibilities Develop and maintain mid- to long-term material plans for both internal and external production environments. Execute material planning using MRP and SAP to ensure timely and accurate replenishment of raw and packaging materials. Collaborate with suppliers on forecasting and capacity alignment to secure material availability. Design and refine material replenishment strategies that balance service, cost, and inventory targets. Align material plans with demand and production schedules in a make-to-forecast environment. Manage raw and packaging inventory levels, coverage, and accuracy to meet service and financial targets. Own key supply chain KPIs, including CTS, fill rate, inventory targets, and material write-offs. Monitor and manage waste and expiry risk through run-out planning, obsolescence tracking, and coordination of destruction processes. Maintain accurate system data integrity in SAP, including MRP parameters and master data related to materials. Analyze forecasts, inventory, and KPI performance using SAP and reporting tools, and prepare regular reports for stakeholders. Support commercialization and new product introductions by ensuring material readiness and aligning plans with launch timelines. Serve as the first escalation point for material shortages and delays, and lead mitigation actions with suppliers and internal teams. Coordinate purchase order creation, prioritization, call-offs, and expediting activities to prevent production disruptions. Manage supplier relationships through forecast sharing, performance tracking, and regular communication. Coordinate across multiple suppliers and borders to secure supply and mitigate risks. Partner closely with procurement to optimize materials, support sourcing strategies, and align on supply plans. Ensure continuous material supply to production lines to avoid downtime and support production prioritization decisions. Work closely with plant, warehouse, and logistics teams to align material availability with production and distribution needs. Conduct root cause analysis for material flow issues, shortages, and waste, and implement corrective and preventive actions. Lead and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in planning processes, data quality, and supply chain performance. Communicate proactively with stakeholders across procurement, plant operations, finance, and other functions, escalating risks when needed. Support production allocation and prioritization decisions based on material availability and business requirements. Essential Skills 3 to 5 years of MRP and supply chain experience in a CPG/FMCG environment. Hands-on experience with material requirements planning (MRP) and SAP-based planning processes. Working knowledge of SAP, with ECC experience preferred. Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain and material flow in a production environment. Proficiency with MS Office, particularly advanced Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting. Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills for managing forecasts, inventory, and material flow issues. Solid planning and organizational abilities to manage multiple materials, suppliers, and priorities simultaneously. Experience with ERP systems, including SAP ERP, for planning and inventory management. Ability to interpret and manage KPIs such as fill rate, CTS, inventory targets, and write-offs. Effective communication skills for collaborating with suppliers and cross-functional teams. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience with SAP BI for reporting and analytics. Experience with Power BI for building dashboards and handling large data sets. Exposure to or experience with SAP S/4HANA. Experience in a make-to-forecast manufacturing environment. Experience in production planning, schedule planning, or related planning roles. Familiarity with continuous improvement approaches in supply chain or operations. Work Environment This role is based out of Gladstone with a primarily remote working model. Initially, you are expected to work on-site to learn the role, systems, and processes, after which a hybrid arrangement is anticipated. The hybrid model may include time at the East York plant, Brampton distribution center, or Gladstone office, combined with remote work. The position follows a Monday to Friday schedule, with standard office hours totaling approximately 40 hours per week. You will work in a collaborative environment that partners closely with plant operations, warehouses, logistics, procurement, and finance, using SAP (ECC and related modules), ERP tools, MS Excel, and business intelligence platforms such as SAP BI and Power BI. The organization emphasizes continuous improvement, professional development, and cross-functional teamwork, offering the opportunity to influence key supply chain decisions and contribute to ongoing process enhancements. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Toronto, ON. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $42.00/hr. Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Toronto,ON. À propos d'Aston Carter AstonCarter fournit des solutions de talent de classe mondiale à des milliers de clients à travers le monde. Spécialisés dans la comptabilité, la finance, les ressources humaines, l’acquisition de talents, la chaîne d’approvisionnement et certaines professions administratives, nous étendons les capacités des entreprises à la pointe de l'industrie. Nous nous appuyons sur notre profonde expertise en matière de recrutement et sur notre réseau expansif pour répondre aux besoins évolutifs de nos clients et de notre communauté de talents avec agilité et excellence. Avec des bureaux aux États-Unis, au Canada, en Asie-Pacifique et en Europe, Aston Carter est au service d’un grand nombre d’entreprises du Fortune500. Nous sommes fiers d’avoir remporté le double diamant ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® pour notre service aux clients et aux talents. Aston Carter est un employeur souscrivant au principe de l’égalité des chances et accepte toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, des origines nationales, du statut d’ancien combattant, d’un handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité sexuelle, des renseignements génétiques ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi. Si vous souhaitez faire une demande d’accommodement raisonnable, tel que la modification ou l’ajustement du processus de demande d’emploi ou d’entrevue à cause d’un handicap, veuillez envoyer un courriel à astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com pour connaître d’autres options d’accommodement. Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco: Conformément à l’Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco, pour tous les postes situés dans la ville et le comté de San Francisco, nous examinerons les candidatures des personnes qualifiées ayant un casier judiciaire ou des antécédents criminels. Utilisation de l’intelligence artificielle (IA): Nous pouvons utiliser l’intelligence artificielle (IA) pour soutenir certaines étapes de notre processus d’embauche, notamment la recherche, la présélection et l’évaluation des candidatures. L’IA aide à analyser les candidatures et les qualifications, mais les décisions finales sont prises par notre équipe de recrutement. En soumettant votre candidature, vous reconnaissez et acceptez que celle-ci puisse être examinée à l’aide d’outils d’IA. About Aston Carter Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.