Material Planner I

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial Manufacturing Bill of Materials (MBOM) reviews and maintain accurate revision control within the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
• Assist in creating and processing sales orders, manufacturing orders, and purchase requisitions/purchase orders.
• Allocate raw and finished goods to meet basic production and delivery schedules.
• Monitor material levels and report potential shortages and scheduling delays.
• Support firm planned, released, and in-shop manufacturing orders to ensure continuity in production operations.
• Identify and assist in resolving material and scheduling issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align and execute supply chain schedules.
• Develop and maintain basic supply chain schedules for optimal order and delivery planning.
• Utilize Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems to plan and control inventory, production, and procurement activities, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.

Qualifications

• You Must Have: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field of study. 0-2 years of experience in a related field. Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications.
• In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 4 years of related experience is required.
• Basic understanding of ERP/MRP systems.
• Exposure to the engineering change process.
• Basic understanding of master production planning.
• Basic understanding of Supply Chain Management and Logistics.
• Familiarity with applicable manufacturing drawings.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required.

We Prefer

• Internships or co-op experience in Aerospace, Defense, or related industries.
• APICS certification or equivalent.
• Experience with Program Management.
• Technical/Engineering degree.
• Strong understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) as it applies to Supplier Management.
• Experience with MRP and/or ERP systems.
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense, or US Military.