Planning Manager
Core
Lead production planning, material coordination, and stockroom operations in a high-mix, low-volume defense electronics manufacturing environment to ensure on-time delivery and inventory accuracy.
Role type
Senior IC planning and logistics manager
Builds
Production schedules, material kits, and inventory control systems for defense electronics
Domain
Defense electronics manufacturing / Supply chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Production planning, material coordination, stockroom operations, personnel management, process improvement, KPI tracking, MRP-driven planning, defense compliance (ITAR/DFARS/AS9100), Excel proficiency
Preferred skills
ERP/MRP systems (XA, SAP, Oracle), electronics manufacturing experience, stockroom cycle count management, fast-paced environment adaptability
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain realistic production plans balancing capacity, labor, and material availability; oversee stockroom and logistics activities including receiving, storage, and kitting; ensure compliance with defense industry regulations; manage planners and stockroom personnel; champion continuous improvement in planning and logistics processes; track and report planning and logistics KPIs
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities