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Senior Materials Planner Jobs in Decatur, GA (NOW HIRING)

Intuitive

Equipment Buyer/Planner

Peachtree Corners, GA · On-site

$53K - $74K/yr

Experience with materials or supply planning is a plus, as it supports more effective forecasting and coordination with maintenance and operations teams, but is not the primary focus of the role.

Intuitive

Equipment Buyer/Planner

Peachtree Corners, GA · On-site

$53K - $74K/yr

Experience with materials or supply planning is a plus, as it supports more effective forecasting and coordination with maintenance and operations teams, but is not the primary focus of the role.

Carters

Senior Director, FP&A - Wholesale

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Senior Director, FP&A - Wholesale Serving the needs of all families with young children, Carter ... Prepare materials for Audit Committee and Board of Directors. WE'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF: Must ...

Judge Direct Placement

Station Manager

College Park, GA · On-site

The successful candidate will serve as the senior leader of the business, overseeing all aspects of Operations, Quality, Materials, Planning, Contracts, Customer Support, and Personnel while driving ...

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Inspire Brands

Senior Manager, Corporate FP&A

Atlanta, GA

$104K - $142K/yr

The Finance Senior Manager, Corporate FP&A is a key finance leader responsible for consolidation ... and executive materials. The position requires strong experience in financial consolidation ...

Inspire Brands

Senior Manager, Corporate FP&A

Atlanta, GA

$104K - $142K/yr

The Finance Senior Manager, Corporate FP&A is a key finance leader responsible for consolidation ... and executive materials. The position requires strong experience in financial consolidation ...

Carter's

Senior Director, FP&A - Wholesale

Atlanta, GA · On-site

The Senior Director, FP&A - Wholesale serves as a critical strategic leader, accountable for ... Prepare materials for Audit Committee and Board of Directors. WE'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF: Must ...

Exponent

Manager, Materials Science (Ph.D.)

Atlanta, GA · On-site

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced consultant to partner with our senior staff and ... Supporting project planning and execution * Participating in occasional travel for client meetings ...

Aprio

Senior FP&A Analyst, Corporate Strategy

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$82K - $102K/yr

Prepare analytical materials and presentation support for senior leadership, including CEO/CFO ... Partner with FP&A leadership to improve data quality, accuracy, and timeliness across acquired ...

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior materials planner in Decatur, GA is $66,763.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,600.00 and $67,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Senior Materials Planner is responsible for managing and coordinating the procurement, scheduling, and inventory of materials required for production. They ensure material availability aligns with demand forecasts, production schedules, and supply chain constraints. This role involves analyzing supply chain trends, optimizing inventory levels, and collaborating with suppliers and internal teams to prevent shortages or excess stock. Senior Materials Planners also work to improve supply chain efficiency and cost-effectiveness while maintaining product quality and timely delivery.

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A Senior Materials Planner needs expertise in inventory management, supply chain planning, and material requirements forecasting, usually supported by a degree in supply chain, logistics, or a related field. Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (such as SAP or Oracle), advanced Excel skills, and APICS certification are commonly required. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication help them excel in fast-paced environments. These skills ensure timely material availability, minimized costs, and smooth production operations.

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Senior Manager, Strategic Planning

Atlanta, GA • On-site, Remote

Cox Communications, Inc.
Media and Telecom • 10K+ employees
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$134K - $224K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Lead and support initiatives related to Cox Automotive's strategic planning and execution.

  • Support the annual strategic planning process, manage executive agendas, and track strategic initiatives.

  • Partner with leaders and stakeholders to develop, communicate, and monitor strategic priorities and performance.

Cox Communications rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 128 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Job Family Group

Strategy & Corporate Development

Job Profile

Strategic Planning Sr Manager

Management Level

Sr Manager - Non People Leader

Flexible Work Option 

Hybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week

Travel %

Yes, 5% of the time

Work Shift

Day

Compensation

Compensation includes a base salary in the range of $134,900.00 - $224,900.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.

Job Description

The Senior Manager, Strategic Planning will lead and support initiatives that are core to CAI portfolio strategic planning and execution. This includes supporting the annual strategic planning process, managing weekly C-suite staff agendas, assessing new opportunities, supporting executive sessions, tracking strategic initiatives, developing analyses and frameworks to support decision-making, and communicating strategy.

The Senior Manager will partner with the strategy team, business leaders, cross-functional stakeholders, and the executive leadership team to drive strategic priorities and monitor execution across the organization. This role is responsible for tracking strategic execution across all lines of business to support Cox Automotive's strategic and financial objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Planning

  • Conduct market, customer, competitive, and portfolio assessments for Cox Auto.
  • Leverage strategic planning methods to evaluate opportunities, risks, and ability to win.
  • Assess strategic options and develop recommendations for where to play, how to win, and what actions to take.
  • Support portfolio strategy, strategic planning, and ideation across business areas.

Analysis & Insights

  • Incorporate quantitative analyses using data, research, and strategic frameworks.
  • Build financial models and evaluate key business drivers and sensitivities.
  • Develop total addressable market, profit pool, and other strategic assessments.
  • Translate detailed analysis into actionable insights, recommendations, and next steps.
  • Support investment decisions, operational efficiencies, and other strategic business initiatives.

Leadership & Partnership

  • Lead, partner with, and advise leaders, cross-functional teams, and stakeholders.
  • Define project scope, objectives, and success measures.
  • Build and maintain relationships across business units, functions, and corp. teams.
  • Influence strategic outcomes through data-driven recommendations and an enterprise-wide perspective.
  • Partner with business leaders to develop and align on strategies and roadmaps.

Strategic Execution & Communication

  • Track execution of strategic priorities across lines of business and identify at-risk areas.
  • Develop scorecards and reporting to measure progress against strategic objectives.
  • Create executive-ready communications, presentations, and materials with fact-based recommendations.
  • Manage executive leadership team staff meetings, including agenda and stakeholder coordination.
  • Prepare meeting materials, summaries, and communications that advance the strategic planning process.
  • Support budget planning and the communication of market trends, strategic priorities, and business performance.
  • Support industry, customer-facing, and internal strategy communications.

Qualifications

  • BA/BS Degree required with 8+ years of relevant strategic planning and/or mgmt. consulting experience required. Candidate can also have an MS degree and 6+ years of experience or 12+ years of experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Automotive industry experience preferred.
  • Strong analytical, modeling, and research skills.
  • Excellent organization and project management skills. Concise and clear verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to interpret complex data and distill it into concise relevant materials for an executive audience.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally and collaboratively.
  • Ability to interact with leadership at all levels of the organization.
  • Ability to think strategically, abstractly, in broad concepts and terms and apply to tangible business plans.
  • Passion for storytelling and data-driven approach to create compelling pitches.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced growth-company environment (sense of urgency, adaptable, champion of change).
  • Proficient in MS Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
  • Proficient in AI work tools to enhance strategy toolkit (e.g., Claude).
  • Travel as needed (<10%).

Drug Testing

To be employed in this role, you'll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

Benefits

The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company's needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

About Us

Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells - or simply uses - cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.EOE, including disability/vetsApplicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.



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Cox Communications is the largest private telecom company in America, serving six million homes and businesses. That's a lot, but we also proudly serve our employees. Our benefits and our award-winning culture are just two of the things that make Cox a coveted place to work. If you're interested in bringing people closer through broadband, smart home tech and more, join Cox Communications today! Cox empowers employees to build a better future and has been doing so for over 120 years. With exciting investments and innovations across transportation, communications, cleantech and healthcare, our family of businesses - which includes Cox Automotive and Cox Communications - is forging a better future for us all. Ready to make your mark?

Industry

Media and telecom

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Atlanta, GA, US

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