Material Planner II

About The Role

This role is designed for professionals with a background in Material Planning and a proven track record delivering products to market. Material Planner II’s act with high levels of urgency and take a proactive approach to material planning and problem solving. You will be integrated with a cross-functional team and are responsible for ensuring the efficient and timely procurement of materials to support production schedules, while optimizing inventory levels and minimizing costs.

• Plan and schedule the procurement of materials to ensure their timely availability to meet production schedules.
• Utilize ERP and MRP systems to manage and synchronize inventory levels with production demand, while collaborating with various departments, including procurement, manufacturing, engineering, and logistics, to coordinate activities and address challenges in support of the production schedule.
• Analyze demand scheduling data to accurately forecast material requirements and identify and support projects aimed at enhancing systems and processes.
• Monitor and analyze material usage, lead times, and supplier performance to uncover opportunities for improvement and cost reduction.
• Cook with procurement to ensure the timely delivery of materials, resolving any issues related to quality, delivery, or pricing.
• Prepare and present reports on material planning and inventory performance to management and other relevant stakeholders.

About You

We are seeking individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve, and empower. To join us in this critical mission, we look for team members who align with our values, mission, and goals. While certification, experience with certain tools, and benefits may be advantageous, they are not required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree).
• Typically 2+ years of experience.
• Exposure to Purchasing Best Practices & Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Proficiency in Excel & ERP/MRP systems for data analysis, reporting, and decision support.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification: APICS.
• Experience using SQL, Python, R, MS Project, PowerBI, Tableau.
• Experience with SAP.

Pay

Pay Range: $73,457.00 - $101,024.00

Benefits

• Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.
• Elevate Your Career At Sierra Space, we are committed to your personal and professional development. We empower you to make profound and meaningful contributions and foster a vibrant culture of collaboration, where teamwork ignites breakthrough innovations.
• We also offer a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, and more.

About Sierra Space

Sierra Space is an industry-leading space and defense technology company providing satellites, spacecraft, and enabling mission systems and components. We deliver mission-proven technologies to our customers that safeguard our nation, protect space-based assets and enable space exploration.

Application

This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified. Please note: Sierra Space does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to Sierra Space team members not through our approved vendor list or Talent Acquisition will be considered property of Sierra Space, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees. Sierra Space Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.