Job DescriptionThe Senior Inventory Planner is responsible for reviewing production plan to ensure the right parts are available at the right time to guarantee seamless on-time kitting and prevent production disruption. Serving as a critical coordinator, this role collaborates closely with buyers, planners and operations to align material availability with shop floor execution. The ideal candidate pairs strict attention to detail with proactive problem-solving.
ResponsibilitiesKey Responsibilities
• Collaborate with Supply Chain to ensure raw material and components are available to meet production timelines.
• Identify and resolve material shortages, quality holds, delivery delays before they impact the final production schedule.
• Convert planned orders into production orders accurately and monitor on-time kitting performance to support manufacturing readiness.
• Develop reporting tools and analysis for key stakeholders to provide planning insights including production continuity and material availability.
• Provides regular updates to Program Management and Operations regarding material status, potential delays, and realistic recovery plans.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for operations management during critical supply chain disruptions or urgent order escalations.
• Ensure effective communication during material shortage escalations by identifying the root cause, assessing impact, and presenting a defined recovery plan to stakeholders.
• Partner with Engineering and QA to smoothly integrate NPI and ECOs into the live production schedule.
• Tracks and report on Key Performance indicators (KPIs) such as Late Planned Orders, On-time Kit Releases, Aged WIP, MRP exception messages
• Maintains ERP/MRP system integrity ensuring all lead times, bill of materials and routing data are accurate.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior Inventory Planners.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
QualificationsYou Must Have:
• 5+ years of proven experience in production planning within a complex industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP/MRP systems.
• Strong communicator both orally and in writing.
• Expert-level Excell skills (VLOOKUPs, Pivot tables, data modeling).
• Ability to present to senior leadership team internally.
WE VALUE:
- Experience in the aerospace and defense industry
- SAP experience is strongly preferred
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.
- APICS Certification (CPIM or CSCP) is highly preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field
- Continuous learning mindset and eagerness to stay updated with industry trends
With In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. For more information visit: Benefits at Honeywell Aerospace Benefits
The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Posting Date 08/07/2026
