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Our products include both the critical materials used to make permanent magnets and the finished magnets themselves-enabling next-generation technologies in robotics, automation, aerospace, transportation, defense, and energy systems. These materials are the foundation of physical AI-the convergence of computation, movement, and control.\nWe hire ambitious, mission-driven people who want to tackle complex challenges and shape the future of strategic industries. Our culture is rooted in teamwork, resiliency, and integrity, with a deep commitment to operational excellence and national purpose. MP is rapidly evolving from a materials producer into a leading U.S. manufacturer-and our people are driving that transformation.\nPosition Overview:\nThe Planning Specialist supports manufacturing operations by managing inventory, performing cycle counts, and real-time resolution of inventory and production discrepancies within assigned manufacturing centers. Reporting to a Manufacturing Planner, this role coordinates with process, warehouse and planning teams to maintain inventory accuracy and production flow.\nThe Planning Specialist maintains inventory integrity across raw materials, work-in-process (WIP), and finished goods inventories. They perform root cause investigations, identify discrepancies, coordinate inventory corrections, and help ensure production stays on schedule. This position plays a critical role in ensuring system inventory accurately reflects physical inventory on the manufacturing floor.\nPosition Responsibilities:\nInventory Management & Control\nMaintain accurate inventory records for raw materials, WIP, intermediates, and finished goods within assigned manufacturing centers\nMonitor daily inventory transactions and investigate discrepancies between physical inventory and system records\nReconcile inventory variances and coordinate corrective actions with Operations, Warehousing, and Supply Chain teams\nSupport inventory accuracy initiatives and continuous improvement efforts\nEnsure timely and accurate inventory movements within ERP and inventory management systems\nMonitor inventory availability to support production schedules and escalate risks as needed\nCycle Counts & Physical Inventories\nExecute and coordinate cycle count programs for designated inventory locations\nPerform inventory audits and physical inventory verification activities\nInvestigate root causes of inventory discrepancies and develop corrective action recommendations\nWork with manufacturing personnel to improve inventory control practices and transaction discipline\nSupport annual physical inventory activities and inventory reconciliation efforts\nTrack cycle count effectiveness and inventory accuracy performance metrics\nWork-in-Process (WIP) Management\nMonitor WIP inventory throughout assigned manufacturing centers\nEnsure accurate reporting and tracking of production quantities and inventory status\nInvestigate WIP imbalances, aging inventory, and production reporting discrepancies\nAssist in maintaining optimal inventory levels between manufacturing processes\nSupport efforts to improve inventory flow and reduce unnecessary WIP accumulation\nProduction Planning Support\nSupport Manufacturing Planners in maintaining accurate production schedules and inventory data\nAssist with production order management, inventory transactions, and reporting activities\nMonitor material availability and communicate shortages or inventory concerns.\nProvide data and analysis to support production plan adjustments\nAssist in coordinating material movement and inventory staging activities\nData Integrity & System Management\nExecute inventory transactions accurately and in a timely manner within ERP/MRP systems\nMaintain master data related to inventory locations, item status, and production reporting\nMonitor transactional accuracy and address system errors impacting inventory visibility\nGenerate inventory and production reports for planners and operations leadership\nEnsure compliance with inventory control procedures and company policies\nBasic Qualifications:\nAssociate's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Manufacturing, Operations, or a related field preferred\nEquivalent combination of education and experience considered\n2+ years of experience in manufacturing, inventory control, production planning support, warehouse operations, materials management, or supply chain operations\nExperience working in a manufacturing environment with raw material, WIP, and finished goods inventories\nExperience performing inventory reconciliations, cycle counts, and discrepancy investigations. \nFamiliarity with ERP systems, preferably SAP\nExperience supporting production operations preferred\nMP Materials is Proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Underrepresented groups/Women/Disabled/Veterans are encouraged to apply. Candidates whose disabilities make them unable to meet the position’s requirements will still be considered qualified if they can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation.\nYour Right to Work - In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment verification document form upon hire.\nFor Assistance with Application - Alternative methods of applying for employment are available to individuals unable to submit an application through this site because of a disability. 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