Aerospace Production Planner

The Aerospace Material Planner is responsible for managing the planning, procurement, and inventory control of materials required for aerospace manufacturing and assembly processes. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that materials are available when needed to meet production schedules while maintaining cost efficiency and compliance with industry standards.

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  Material Planning and Procurement:
  • Develop and maintain material requirements plans based on production schedules, forecasts, and inventory levels.
  • Coordinate with purchasing team to ensure timely delivery of materials and components.
  • Analyze and forecast material needs to optimize inventory levels and minimize excess stock.
• Inventory Management:
  • Monitor and manage inventory levels to ensure sufficient stock is available for production.
  • Implement inventory control procedures and systems to track material usage and turnover rates.
• Collaboration and Communication:
  • Collaborate with engineering, production, purchasing, customer management, and quality assurance teams to align material planning with production requirements.
  • Communicate with customer management team and value stream leaders any suppliers regarding order status, lead times, and any issues that may impact material availability.
  • Participate in cross-functional meetings to provide updates on material planning, inventory status, and summarize risks and opportunities.
• Process Improvement:
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements in material planning, scheduling, and procurement to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Utilize data analysis and reporting tools to monitor performance metrics and inform decision-making.

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Materials Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in materials planning, production scheduling, and inventory management, preferably in the aerospace or manufacturing industry.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in data analysis tools and inventory management software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Knowledge of aerospace materials, manufacturing processes, and industry regulations is a plus.
• Knowledge of SAP is a plus
• APICS certification is a plus