Materials Planner/Buyer

Who are we?

At TRL US, we design and manufacture electrical control and distribution panels for integration into our customers' equipment production lines, ensuring safe and efficient operations. What sets us apart is our customer-focused approach. We listen to our customers' needs, we are not afraid to innovate to offer the best solution, we are committed to ensuring that the solution works, and we respect our commitments to deliver on time.

We are excited to announce the opening of our new Facility in Mesa, Arizona in 2026. As part of this expansion in the US, TRL US is seeking a qualified Materials Planner / Buyer to join its team in Mesa.

Reporting to the Site Manager, the Materials Planner / Buyer is responsible for the end-to-end coordination of materials required to support production schedules at our Mesa greenfield facility.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and capable of operating as the single point of contact (POC) for materials planning, supplier coordination, and demand execution in a fast-paced, build-to-order environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Production & Material Planning

• Analyze customer demand and translate it into a feasible daily/weekly production plan
• Run and maintain MRP requirements in ERP (Odoo)
• Generate and manage Clean-to-Build (CTB) reports
• Identify material shortages and proactively manage risk to production
• Align production schedules with capacity, labor, and material availability

2. Procurement & Vendor Management

• Purchase production materials and MRO items, including:
• Metal sheet enclosures
• Cables, harnesses, and wire
• Mechanical components
• Consumables (screws, nuts, bolts, etc.)

· Manage the procurement of MRO supplies (tools, safety gear, spare parts) to ensure facility uptime.

· Negotiate pricing, lead times, and payment terms with suppliers to drive cost savings.

• Manage supplier relationships, pricing, and delivery performance
• Track open orders and ensure on-time delivery
• Support RFQs and quoting for new or revised parts

3. Supply Chain Coordination

• Act as the primary liaison with suppliers and customer on material status
• Partner cross-functionally with: Production Manager, Warehouse Supervisor, Engineering Team, and Customer representatives
• Reconcile inventory discrepancies and work with the warehouse team on cycle counting
• Work closely with engineering on: Design changes (ECOs/ECNs) and new part introduction

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
• Manufacturing industry experience
• 3–5+ years of experience in purchasing, materials planning, and production planning within a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (Odoo preferred) and advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs)
• Experience in BOM structures and demand planning
• Experience collaborating with engineering teams on design changes
• Ability to manage suppliers, quoting, and procurement processes
• Strong communication skills (internal + customer-facing)

Preferred

• Experience in electrical assemblies, control panels, or similar products
• Experience in low mix / high volume manufacturing
• Familiarity with sheet metal, wiring, harnesses, and mechanical components
• Experience in a greenfield or startup operation

Key Competencies

• Hands-on mindset
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High sense of ownership and accountability
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Proactive communication and sense of urgency
• Comfortable operating in a fast-changing environment
• Ability to scale processes as headcount grows.
• Strong team spirit with the ability to collaborate with operational teams and cross-functional departments

At TRL US, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are essential to driving innovation and achieving success. We welcome individuals who share our passion for sustainability and who are eager to contribute to a positive environmental future.

Are you ready to join an exciting team?

Pay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Materials Planning/Buying: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person