Planning Manager I

Are you looking to use your expert planning and scheduling skills in an industry that supports and protects explorers and heroes? We could use your expertise on our team! The Planning Manager I will lead the material planning team, ensuring that production schedules and material requirements are effectively managed. This role focuses on the strategic alignment of material planning with business objectives, driving efficiencies, and leading continuous improvement initiatives.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Responsibilities:

• Execute material planning strategies to support production schedules and business objectives.
• Lead the review and approval process for quantities, schedules, and parts lists.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, production, and warehouse teams to align material requirements with production schedules.
• Develop raw material and scheduling requirements based on engineering specifications and production timelines.
• Maintain and improve process documentation and training plans.
• Monitor inventory levels and manage material movement to avoid production disruptions.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks in the supply chain.
• Mentor and develop the material planning team.
• Utilize Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)/Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems to manage inventory, procurement, and production planning activities.
• Analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive continuous improvement in material planning processes.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field of study.
• 7+ years of experience in operations or 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 11 years of related experience is required.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Proven experience with ERP/MRP systems.
• Experience with the practical application of manufacturing, engineering planning, or inventory management principles.
• Basic understanding of materials management systems.
• Advanced understanding of MRP I & II principles.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Lean Six Sigma certification.
• Previous management experience; the ability to recruit employees; assign, direct, and evaluate their work; and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence.
• APICS Certified Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) Certification.
• Familiarity with contract language as it pertains to material planning inventory.
• ERP experience, preferably with Deltek Costpoint.
• Prior experience with Master Production Scheduling.
• Experience with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) regulations specific to Materials Management and Accounting Systems (MMAS).
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense, or US Military.

Essential Functions:

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs regularly.
• Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.
• Requires standing and walking for a significant portion of the work shift.
• Ability to work in a noisy manufacturing environment.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Must be able to work in an office or hybrid environment.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $98,633.53 - $135,621.11. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

SNC offers 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, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

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SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination.  Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.