Materials Planning Manager

Manages materials planning activities including demand planning inventory strategies production requirements and material availability while managing day-to-day operations developing team performance and supporting departmental goals.

• Oversee daily materials planning operations using ERP systems to ensure accurate demand forecasting and optimal inventory levels aligned with aerospace production schedules.
• Drive production schedule to achieve daily/weekly/monthly targets while optimizing inventory levels
• Coordinate new product introduction stage gates to ensure on time customer delivery
• Develop and implement inventory control strategies leveraging MRP tools to minimize stockouts and excess inventory supporting AS9100 compliance
• Oversee accuracy of system planning parameters
• Coordinate with production and procurement teams to align material availability with flight hardware manufacturing timelines ensuring uninterrupted assembly flow.
• Analyze historical demand data and production forecasts using advanced Excel modeling to improve material requirement accuracy and reduce lead times.
• Lead root cause investigations of material shortages or excesses using supply chain analytics to drive continuous improvement in planning processes.
• Manage team performance through regular coaching and development sessions focused on aerospace materials management best practices and ITAR compliance.
• Collaborate with quality and logistics departments to ensure materials meet aerospace standards and are handled by EHS and FOD prevention protocols.
• Prepare and present materials planning reports and KPIs to senior management highlighting inventory turnover forecast accuracy and cost-saving initiatives.

• Proven knowledge of aerospace materials planning principles including demand forecasting inventory optimization and production scheduling.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems commonly used in aerospace manufacturing environments.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets and generate actionable insights.
• Experience managing teams within a high-security ITAR-regulated aerospace or defense facility.
• Understanding of AS9100 quality standards and their impact on materials management processes.

• Minimum: High School Diploma or Associates Degree
• Preferred: Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Materials Science Industrial Engineering or related field

• 58 years of experience in Materials Planning or related supply chain function within aerospace or defense

• Team Collaboration and Communication Skills