Rocket Lab

Senior Material Planner I

Rocket Lab$82K — $105K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in material planning or related fields
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in material management
  • Proven ability to manage material line of balance and conduct clear to build reviews
  • Strong knowledge of MRP fundamentals including BOM management
  • Proficient in MRP and ERP systems, with strong MS Office skills
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
  • U.S. citizenship required due to program specifics.

Responsibilities

  • Manage demand, supply, and fulfillment planning within MRP
  • Maintain accurate bill of materials and master data within ERP systems
  • Release timely purchase planning messages to procurement
  • Issue work orders to production on schedule
  • Adjust demand based on engineering change orders and communicate accordingly
  • Create visibility reports on material positions like shortages and build readiness
  • Collaborate in a cross-functional team environment to meet business objectives

Benefits

  • Company stock option as part of total compensation with potential growth
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program with a 15% discount on company stock
  • Top-tier medical plans including zero cost HDHP with HSA contribution
  • Dental and vision insurance for comprehensive coverage
  • Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays annually
  • Flexible spending and dependent care accounts to support families
  • Paid parental leave, and disability and life insurance for security
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match for future planning
  • Variety of perks including subsidized EV charging and fitness amenities
Full Job Description
SENIOR MATERIAL PLANNER I

Based onsite at Rocket Labs global headquarters in Long Beach, CA, the Senior Material Planner is responsible for managing MRP and planning for every part that Rocket Lab makes or buys. Material Planners are quarterbacks on a very large team of players that support operations and supply chain; they call the plays and ensure everyone within production and supply chain know their next action. Material Planners interact with engineering, quality, production, supply chain, and finance, to ensure they are planning and managing the production schedule, supplier lead times, inventory levels, and engineering build timelines.

WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO:
  • Responsible for demand, supply, and fulfilment planning within MRP
  • Responsible for ensuring bill of materials, parts, and master data, are maintained within ERP
  • Accountable for timely release of purchase planning messages to procurement
  • Accountable for timely release of work orders to production
  • Responsible for updating demand to accommodate engineering change orders, and communicating changes to procurement.
  • Accountable for creating visibility of material position (with line of balance reports, material shortage reports, clear to build reports, etc.)
  • Work in a cross functional team environment as a strong team player and demonstrate ability to work with other functional groups to achieve company-wide goals
  • Other duties asked by your manager, relevant to your role

YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:
  • 5+ years of experience and a bachelor's degree or equivalent years of work experience (9+ total years of work experience).
  • Proven ability to produce material line of balance, and conduct clear to build reviews
  • Proven knowledge of Material Planning fundamentals for master data management, order policy, BOM management, and planning release and fulfillment.
  • Proficient in MRP systems
  • Proficient in MS Office, ERP systems, math and statistics
  • U.S citizenship is required, due to program requirements
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:
  • Proficient in MRP systems
  • Prior experience in aerospace, EV automotive, or other disruptive manufacturing industries
  • Prior experience in rapid growth environment
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
  • Experience with AS9100, US export controls
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize effectively and efficiently
  • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
  • Team oriented, strong ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment and to multiple deadlines

This position may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes in production areas.

Level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Join one of the world's fastest-growing space companies and own a piece of it. In addition to competitive pay, you'll receive company stock as part of your total compensation package, giving you a direct stake in our success. As we expand to new launch sites, groundbreaking missions, and global markets, your ownership has the opportunity to grow alongside the company.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes our industry-leading Employee Stock Purchase Program (with a 15% discount on company stock), top-tier medical plans (HMO, PPO, and a zero cost HDHP option with a significant HSA company contribution), dental and vision coverage, paid vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, paid parental leave, disability and life insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

Additional perks include subsidized EV charging, onsite fitness centers (where available), discounted gym memberships, complimentary snacks and beverages, 50% employee discount on our popular merch store, and a variety of other employee discounts.

Base Pay Range (CA Only)

$82,000-$105,000 USD

About Rocket Lab

Rocket Lab is a private American aerospace manufacturer and small satellite launch service provider. The company was founded in 2006 by New Zealander Peter Beck. Rocket Lab's Electron rocket is designed to launch small payloads of up to 300 kg into low Earth orbit. The company has launched several successful missions and has contracts with NASA and other organizations. Rocket Lab has raised over $200 million in funding and has offices in the United States and New Zealand.
Learn more about Rocket Lab
Size
500 employees
Market Cap
$1.6 billion
Industry
Founded
2006
NASDAQ

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