Job DescriptionThe Senior Supply Chain Planner role will encompass all supply chain activities necessary to support the THAAD ramp through direct task assignments from the Munitions Acceleration Team (MAT). You will be part of a fast-paced team focused on accelerating our ability to support the Warfighter's needs by increasing the speed of delivery of THAAD Seekers.
The Senior Supply Chain Planner (SCP) develops and implements long-term supply chain strategies and networks that address capacity issues, production location decisions, etc. in support of business growth and sustainment. The planner supports execution of programs and coordination of new program/product launches. The SCP monitors key performance indicators, analyzes performance data, and coordinates cross-functional working teams to increase effectiveness of supply chain initiatives.
The Supply Chain Planner optimizes how supply chain management interfaces with manufacturing systems. The SCP will plan, prepare, issue and control material requirements in conjunction with the production schedule. The SCP will support risk management activities impacting the value chain working with cross-functional teams and ensure that shipments are accomplished to maintain contract and internal delivery commitments. The SCP will utilize system and process tools to achieve program/functional goals.
As a senior planner, this position requires that the individual possess a strong understanding of procurement and planning process steps; the individual must be capable of troubleshooting process failures to ensure success for the program. This position relies on experience and judgment to organize, plan, and accomplish department objectives with a wide degree of creativity, continuous improvement approach, and latitude expected to fulfill a variety of duties.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Required Skills and Education- Bachelor's Degree and 4 years work experience or equivalent experience
Planning experience in a large multifaceted electronic manufacturing environment - Familiarity with defense aerospace industry & regulations
- Significant ERP System Experience (Oracle, SAP, Other), inclusive of shop floor control systems
- Knowledge of Manufacturing processes
- Sales & Operations Experience / knowledge
- Inventory / stockroom management
- Project Management experience
- Ability to verbally and accurately report production status to program team or factory team
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Create presentation materials and give presentations to leadership team, production team, and customers
- Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Power Point)
- Ability to analyze, react, and train on exceptions in MRP, especially around Bills of Material, Material Planning, Purchase Requisitions, Purchase Orders and ECOs
Preferred Skills and Education- Strong sense of urgency and follow-through
- Higher level education completed or in process
- APICS certified
- Ability to implement Lean & Six Sigma improvements
- Root Cause/Corrective Action Skills
- Subject Matter Expert (SME) knowledge in two or more of the following: Supply Chain, Demand Planning, Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP), Inventory Management, and Rough Cut Capacity Planning or Production Planning
