Materials Planner

Broadband Telcom Power is an EV charging equipment manufacturing company focused on delivering reliable power solutions that support the future of electric mobility. We are seeking a Materials Planner II to support field service parts planning and new product material readiness. This role plays a key part in ensuring service material availability, inventory optimization, and strong customer support performance.

The Materials Planner II supports planning and purchasing activities for field service materials and new product introductions. This position partners closely with customer service, supply chain, and engineering teams to maintain inventory balance, support production demands, and proactively manage material risks.

• Plan and purchase field service parts for key customers, partnering closely with customer service to minimize shortages while meeting service-level expectations
• Manage and balance Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), including monitoring demand trends, failure rates, recall events, and customer requests
• Ensure all part substitutions are properly communicated, documented, and approved by customers as required
• Review forecasts and develop long-term material planning strategies to support field service and production needs
• Drive purchasing activity to support demand for field service or production materials
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels of raw materials and NPI finished goods through product development and release stages
• Track production volume and monitor customer demand patterns to proactively address supply risks
• Perform excess and obsolete (E&O) analysis, prepare inventory reports, and lead E&O review discussions with clear recommendations
• Manage inventory challenges including schedule changes, cancellations, and material constraints
• Prepare and publish cost estimates, inventory reports, and KPI updates
• Proactively escalate and resolve material challenges with internal teams and external customers while balancing service and business priorities

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in an electronics manufacturing environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power Point
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work across all levels of the organization
• Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with clear goals and accountability
• Strong collaboration skills and experience working with cross-functional teams, including remote teams
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to drive resolution of material and inventory issues
• Holiday Pay and Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Opportunity to grow and develop professionally

Broadband Telcom Power provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.