Manager, Material Planning

The Production Planning Manager is responsible for leading production planning and material flow activities to ensure on-time delivery, efficient resource utilization, and alignment with business objectives. This role manages planning processes across manufacturing operations, coordinates with supply chain, manufacturing, engineering, quality, and program teams, and drives continuous improvement in planning accuracy, inventory performance, and production readiness.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production plans based on demand, capacity, material availability, and program priorities.
• Coordinate with supply chain, manufacturing, engineering, quality, and program management to resolve constraints and manage production risks.
• Maintain ERP/MRP planning parameters and data integrity.
• Monitor backlog, inventory health, material readiness, and capacity needs.
• Lead and develop the production planning team.
• Track planning KPIs, support S&OP and business planning, and drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, operations, business, engineering, or a related field; or equivalent education and experience.
• Relevant production planning, supply chain, or manufacturing experience, including people leadership.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree or APICS/ASCM certification.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, electronics, or regulated manufacturing.
• Knowledge of capacity planning, inventory optimization, and lean methods.

Work Environment

• Primarily office-based with regular manufacturing-area interaction and occasional travel as needed.