Material planner

Job Description

Hybrid : Because this role involves a combination of collaborative / in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely.

Working within a team of procurement professionals, the candidate will be responsible for managing our material pipeline for Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI).

Plans, schedules and manages the efficient movement of material from pipeline to production. The VMI planner provides forecast reports for firm requirements to supplier partners and integrates their feedback into scheduling tools to ensure the material pipeline aligns with BAE need dates.

Interfaces with Program Material Planners and Buyer to identify potential gaps in demand and works to resolve them, requesting escalation from commodity leadership as needed.

Participate in the local electronics, fastener, and chemical commodity teams to ensure alignment with sector and local strategic initiatives.

Areas of responsibility for Vendor Managed Inventory include :

• Various electronics and fasteners being pipelined by preferred distributors using MRP demand with various methods of delivery (On Site Store, Auto Replenishment, Scan and Fill).
• Process chemicals through corporate Master Service Agreement utilizing min-max and on demand ordering from the manufacturing Value Streams.
• Manage min-max miscellaneous material for stockroom replenishments.
• Managing bin sizes for the shop floor for the above using forecast, history, and stakeholder input.
• Coordinate shop coat service agreement by working with the Shop Coat Champions in each Value Stream.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Candidate should have a strong background in logistics (Material Planners or Schedulers).
• Must have a strong sense of urgency with regard to ensuring our pipeline of materials is intact to support execution of program schedules.
• Excellent communication skills and relationship building with stakeholders.
• Must be proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management in related field
• APICS CPIM or similar certifications
• Experience with ORACLE.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range : $58300 - $99100

Please note : This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to : business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits : At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being.

Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered : health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts;

a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance.

Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave.

Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and / or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services.

Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions.

As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team making a big impact on a global scale.

At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics.

Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world.

Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact for our customers and the communities we serve.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion :

At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong.

We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive.

Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.

Last updated : 2024-03-22