Material Planner

Post Date

May 14, 2025

Location

Chesapeake,
Virginia

ZIP/Postal Code

23320
US
Jul 17, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Financial Planning & Analysis

Req #

NOR-782289

Pay Rate

$38 - $47 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

As a Material Planner, your responsibilities include developing Job Material Lists (JML) to meet material requirements for Task Group Instructions (TGI) and new work quotes. You will interface with vendors for material pricing, identify non-consumable materials for ship installations, and use the ATIS software for JML development. Your role involves preparing and reviewing technical materials for publication, completing Material Planner qualifications, and conducting research with subject matter experts. You will interpret blueprints and specifications to determine material needs, maintain a master database and scheduling software, and collaborate with Planners to ensure all material requirements are met. Additionally, you will attend project meetings, maintain an electronic master list of JMLs, and provide process improvement recommendations to the Material Planning Supervisor.

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Required Skills & Experience

-Associates degree in an engineering discipline or High School/GED with an Apprenticeship Diploma and additional vocational courses in pipefitting, plumbing, or hydraulic systems.

-3-5 years (for level I) or 6+ years (for level II) of military or civilian experience with shipboard piping systems, including repair, modification, or installation in a repair department or shipyard.

-In-depth knowledge of shipboard piping systems (repair/installation practices, procedures, alignments, troubleshooting, etc.).

-Strong computer skills, including advanced MS Excel skills and working knowledge of MS Word and project management/scheduling software (e.g., MS Project, MPM).

-Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

-Experience with Haystack

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.