MRP Planner

Band Grade : 5-A Annual Wage Range: $87,096.80 - $119,758.10 Other Compensation: Eligibility for the Short-Term Incentive program and other applicable bonuses Benefits: U.S. Employee Benefits Summary (grace.com) 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. Job Description 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. Built on talent, technology, and trust, Grace is a leading global supplier of catalysts and engineered materials. The company’s two industry-leading business segments—Catalysts Technologies and Materials Technologies—provide innovative products, technologies, and services that enhance the products and processes of our customers around the world. Grace employs approximately 4,300 people in over 30 countries. W.R. Grace is seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven MRP Planner to manage raw material planning, optimize inventory availability, and support seamless manufacturing operations at our site. In this role, you will leverage Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems and enterprise resource planning software to evaluate production demands, forecast material requirements, and coordinate procurement timelines. Working closely with cross-functional teams—including operations, logistics, master scheduling, and supply chain partners—you will monitor safety stock levels, track vendor lead times, and proactively address potential supply chain disruptions to prevent production delays. The ideal candidate will maintain accurate Bill of Materials (BOM) records, support rigorous inventory accuracy standards, and continuously align planning schedules to meet customer delivery commitments safely and efficiently. Responsibilities Develop, modify, and manage production schedules to meet business demands. Evaluate purchase orders and create suitable production schedules based on material availability and production capacity. Estimate the required materials, equipment, and labor to support efficient production processes. Monitor inventory levels and ensure materials are consistent with production schedules. 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. Recommend solutions to reduce production costs, improve processes, and enhance product quality. Adjust production schedules as needed to meet changing demands and deadlines. Deliver regular updates on production progress in forums established to support Supply Chain Execution (via e-mail, scheduled meetings). Communicate schedule changes effectively to relevant departments to ensure alignment. Manage inventory levels, track production volumes, and monitor customer demand patterns and purchasing trends. Coordinate with internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure timely product delivery. Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure materials sourced for production meet quality, specification, and cost-efficiency requirements. Oversee the supply and delivery of materials and finished products. Coordinate with suppliers, procurement, customer servic…

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