Material Planner
Core
Act as the operational bridge between production needs and material supply to ensure right materials are available at the right time and cost to meet program schedules.
Role type
Material Planner
Builds
Production schedules and material availability for Assembly & Test functions
Domain
Aerospace/Defense manufacturing
Required skills
Demand forecasting, inventory analysis, supply chain disruption resolution, ERP/Inventory systems proficiency, Electronic Components knowledge, Purchase requisition creation, Work order management, Risk assessment, Cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
ASCM/APICS CPIM Certification, PowerBI, Advanced Excel analytics, Lean manufacturing support
Responsibilities
Identify and resolve supply chain disruptions, Collaborate with procurement, production, logistics and engineering, Adhere to promise dates within the Master Production Schedule (MPS), Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation plans, Create and expedite purchase requisitions, Create and maintain work orders, Plan Outside Special Processing (OSP) orders, Lead or participate in cross-functional problem-solving initiatives, Participate in continuous improvement activities
Seniority
Individual Contributor