About this role
<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Annual Wage Range:</strong> $87,096.80 - $119,758.10 <br><strong>Other Compensation: </strong>Eligibility for the Short-Term Incentive program and other applicable bonuses <br><strong>Benefits:</strong> </span><a style="color:#0563c1;text-decoration:underline" href="https://grace.com/people-and-careers/benefits/us-employee-benefits-summary/"><span style="color:#000000">U.S. Employee Benefits Summary (grace.com)</span></a><span style="color:#000000"> </span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Grace, a Standard Industries company, is a leading global supplier of catalysts, engineered materials and fine chemicals. We provide innovative products, technologies and services which our customers use to manufacture everyday products like renewable fuels, pharmaceuticals, toothpaste, cosmetics, food packaging, beer, edible oils and more. Our thousands of employees help shape a better future at our global headquarters in Columbia, MD and locations worldwide.</span></p><div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Job Description</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;background-color:white;color:black">Also known as Production Schedulers, Production Planners, or Material Planners, MRP Planners are responsible for developing daily and weekly production schedules to ensure production deadlines are met. This role involves determining material, equipment, and labor requirements, preparing status and performance reports, and resolving supply planning related issues</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Responsibilities (1 of 2)</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Develop, modify, and manage production schedules to meet business demands.</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Evaluate purchase orders and create suitable production schedules based on material availability and production capacity.</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Estimate the required materials, equipment, and labor to support efficient production processes and m</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">onitor inventory levels and ensure materials are consistent with production schedules.</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Ensure production related issues are promptly captured within the production schedule and communicated to Supply Chain management Coordinate production operations in alignment with material, labor, and equipment availability.</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Recommend solutions to reduce production costs, improve processes, and enhance product quality.</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Adjust production schedules as needed to meet changing demands and deadlines.</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Deliver regular updates on production progress in forums established to support Supply Chain Execution (via e-mail, scheduled meetings).</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Communicate schedule changes effectively to relevant departments to ensure alignment.</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Manage inventory levels, track production volumes, and monitor customer demand patterns and purchasing trends.</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Coordinate with internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure timely product delivery and c</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">ollaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure materials sourced for production meet quality, specification, and cost-efficiency requirements.</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Responsibilities (2 of 2)</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Coordinate with suppliers, procurement, customer service, supply leads, quality, and logistics to maintain smooth supply chain operations.</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Manage inventory issues, schedule changes, and cancellations effectively.</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Accountable for SAP MRP data maintenance and daily system management</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Executes monthly close-out operations and leads the preparation of close-out reports and reconciliations.</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Required Qualifications</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">3+ years Business Industry Experience</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Strong understanding of planning principles, including capacity planning, demand management, and inventory control.</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">SAP experience</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">High school diploma or equivalent</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Management,</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) or other relevant certifications is a plus.</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Experience as a Production/Material Planner</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Experience in a chemical manufacturing or equivalent industry, with preference for process-style planning/manufacturing</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Strong knowledge of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems and planning software.<br></span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Strong organizational and time management abilities</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Effective verbal and written communication skills.</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Ability to work collaboratively across functions and manage multiple priorities.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><strong>Work Environment:<br></strong>This role typically operates within a manufacturing environment, requiring close collaboration with production teams, supply chain functions, and external partners to ensure the timely and cost-effective supply of materials necessary for uninterrupted production.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">To be considered for this position, candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or visa transfer.</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Benefits</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Life Insurance and Disability</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Grace Wellness Program</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Flexible Workplace</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Retirement Plans </span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">401(k) Company Match </span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Paid Vacation and Holidays</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Parental Leave (salaried only)</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Tuition Reimbursement</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Company Donation Match Program</span></li> </ul></div></div></div><p><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Grace is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Grace via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Grace. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Grace as a result of the referral or through other means.</span></span></span></p>