Material Planner
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 26, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 23, 2026.
Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives.
We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video and control platform. We focus on customer outcomes and drive growth and productivity to increase market share and deliver superior returns. We look to aggressively deploy capital to grow the business and to enter attractive new verticals.
Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates. Visit us at www.acuityinc.com.
Job Summary
The Materials Planner is responsible for analyzing the Supply Plan and comparing it with current orders and inventory levels to determine material requirements that need to be requisitioned through Oracle. The position ensures material availability to meet production and customer requirements while maintaining an appropriate balance between supply and demand. The role is also responsible for optimizing inventory levels, preventing material shortages or excess inventory, and maintaining accurate planning and inventory information within the relevant systems.
Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
Material Planning & Requirements
- Analyze the Supply Plan and determine material requirements.
- Analyze material consumption and current inventory levels..
MRP, Kanban & Inventory Management
- Maintain Kanban Loops using the standard deviation formula.
- Manage MRP / Kanban / DSY planning categories.
Orders & Material Follow-Up
- Create ISO / Internal Orders and monitor their delivery.
- Follow up on materials received that are on hold/quarantine.
- Monitor material availability and flow to prevent shortages.
Engineering Changes & New Products
- Manage Phase In / Phase Down / Phase Out processes resulting from engineering changes.
- Support Product Introductions, Product Transfers, and ECOs.
- Adjust material planning according to product or engineering changes.
Skills and Minimum Experience Required
- Bachelor Degree
- Advanced English skills
- Intermediate- advanced Excel skills
- Supply chain experience
- Experience processing data (Pivot Tables, vlookups)
- Strong execution skills.
- Effective communication.
- Analytical skills.
- Supply and material planning decision-making.
- Inventory optimization.
- Follow-up and problem-solving skills.
Travel requirements
0-25%
We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities: As an equal opportunity employer, Acuity Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need an accommodation, you may contact us at +1 (770) 922-9000, select option 4. Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition.
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