Standard Job DescriptionTHE WORKAs a Multifunctional Manufacturing Planner Associate Manager, you will lead the Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) functions, overseeing make/buy decisions, bill of materials (BOM) planning, and master production scheduling to ensure systemic integrity. You will manage a team responsible for warehousing and shipping logistics, driving inventory optimization to minimize costs and maximize efficiency across the production lifecycle.
Responsibilities include:
• Manage comprehensive manufacturing planning and material management activities to support critical production job functions.
• Oversee the integrity of production systems and drive inventory optimization strategies to reduce costs.
• Lead the recruitment, selection, and training of subordinate employees, ensuring a high-performing team.
• Direct performance assessments, work assignments, and recognition programs in compliance with corporate policies and labor agreements.
• Execute and monitor MRP transactions, including BOM maintenance and master production scheduling.
• Coordinate warehousing and shipping logistics, including receipt, picking, and outbound procedures.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, procurement, and operations to resolve bottlenecks and improve throughput.
• Implement lean and continuous improvement methodologies, such as Six-Sigma or Kaizen, to enhance process efficiency.
• Guide the organization through major change initiatives, such as ERP implementations or process transformations.
• Translate high-level business objectives into actionable operational plans to meet customer demands.
• Mentor talent within a union-represented environment to foster a culture of accountability and professional growth.
Please Note: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
WHO YOU AREYou are a strategic leader with a deep technical mastery of MRP systems and a proven ability to guide cross-functional teams through complex operational challenges. You excel at blending analytical problem-solving with strong interpersonal skills to drive efficiency and maintain high standards of production integrity.
A level 4 employee typically has 5+ years of professional experience.Basic Qualifications- Education
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related technical field.
- Professional Experience
- 5 + years of hands-on experience in manufacturing planning, material management, or production control within a medium- to large-scale production environment.
- Minimum 2 years of proven supervisory or people-management experience, preferably overseeing union-represented teams (e.g., stockroom, kitting, production control).
- Direct experience working with Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) covering Make/Buy decisions, BOM maintenance, Master Production Scheduling, and inventory/warehouse transactions.
- Technical Competency
- Demonstrated ability to maintain data integrity in MRP/ERP modules and to execute/monitor inventory-optimization processes.
- Working knowledge of warehousing and shipping logistics, including receipt, put-away, picking, and outbound shipping procedures.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and reporting tools; familiarity with data-visualization software is advantageous.
- Leadership & Interpersonal Skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively direct, coach, and evaluate a diverse, union-represented workforce.
- Experience conducting recruitment, selection, onboarding, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions in compliance with labor agreements and corporate policies.
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, procurement, and operations teams to resolve production issues and drive continuous improvement.
- Analytical & Problem-Solving Ability
- Solid analytical mindset with the capacity to interpret production data, identify bottlenecks, and propose cost-effective inventory and scheduling solutions.
- Familiarity with lean or continuous-improvement methodologies (e.g., 6S, Kaizen) to support process efficiency initiatives.
- Security & Eligibility
- Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain required government security clearance.
- Additional Requirements
- Ability to work flexible hours to meet production demands and to travel between manufacturing or warehouse locations as needed.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and compliance standards in a manufacturing setting.
Desired Skills- Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related technical discipline.
- Proven track record of leading an organization, department, or sizable team through major change initiatives (e.g., ERP/MRP implementation, restructuring, process transformation, Inventory Control Management).
- Demonstrated experience partnering with cross-functional leaders (Industrial Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, Production Managers (MPMs), Supervisors, and other stakeholders) to plan and execute continuous improvement projects.
- Success in applying lean, Six-Sigma, or Theory of Constraints methodologies to drive measurable performance gains (cost reduction, lead-time improvement, inventory optimization).
- Strong strategic thinking and ability to translate high-level business objectives into actionable operational plans.
- Excellent stakeholder-management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and align diverse functional groups toward common goals.
- Familiarity with advanced MRP/ERP capabilities (advanced SAP modules, SAP Business Workflow, or equivalent) and data-driven decision-making tools.
- Experience developing and mentoring talent within a union-represented environment, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous learning.
Pay InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $100200.00 - $186200.00
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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
