["Lead Material Planner","Lead Material Planner"]

OverviewJob Title: Lead Material PlannerJob Location: Torrance, CASalary: $95,000-$133,000/yr DOEThe Lead Material Planner is responsible for managing and executing material requirements planning (MRP) across assigned programs, ensuring material availability to support production schedules and on-time delivery commitments. This role serves as a subject matter expert on ERP/MRP execution, mentor's junior planners, and partners cross-functionally with procurement, manufacturing, engineering, and program management to resolve material constraints and drive supply chain performance.ResponsibilitiesMRP Execution & Material PlanningOwn daily MRP review, exception message disposition, and planned order management for assigned programsMaintain item master parameters including subcontract setup, order policies, lot sizes, and safety stock in Infor LN/ERP.Analyze and resolve MRP-driven supply/demand imbalances; elevate critical shortages to procurement and program teamsEnsure BOM accuracy and coordinate engineering change incorporation into the material planProduction Support & SchedulingPublish and maintain production-ready material status reports (CTB/Line of Balance) tied to assembly start datesCoordinate with manufacturing and operations to align material pull schedules with shop floor prioritiesProactively identify long-lead and sole-source material risks; develop mitigation and recovery plansCross-Functional CollaborationServe as planning point of contact for program managers, buyers, and manufacturing leadership on material statusParticipate in program reviews, IPTs, and SIOP meetings to represent material plan healthPartner with procurement on supplier escalations, PO expediting, and sub-tier supply chain issuesCoordinate with quality and receiving on NCR disposition and re-procurement actionsProgram Finance & Estimating SupportSupport new business proposals by developing material cost estimatesCollaborate with program management and contracts to provide material content inputs for ROM and definitive cost proposalsParticipate in Estimate at Completion (EAC) reviews by providing current material actuals, open commitments, and forecast-to-complete dataPrepare and maintain EAC material reports at the program, identifying variances against budget baseline and recommending corrective actionsTeam Leadership & Process ImprovementProvide day-to-day guidance and mentorship to junior material plannersLead or support continuous improvement initiatives targeting MRP data integrity, planning cycle times, and inventory turnsDevelop and document planning standard work, SOPs, and training materialsAssist Senior Manager in interviewing, onboarding, and developing planning team membersQualificationsBachelor's degree and minimum 3 years of experience in supply chain, materials, or production planning; or 6+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.Prior experience in a manufacturing or production support environment is required.Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (Infor LN, Oracle, or equivalent) and strong Microsoft Excel skills.Ability to analyze demand data, forecasts, and material reports to drive planning decisions.Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.Effective problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to resolving material shortages.Knowledge of electronic components, high-reliability (hi-rel) parts, and associated supply chain processes preferred.Strong verbal and written communication skills for collaboration with internal teams, suppliers, and program stakeholders.Stellant Systems is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (e.g., Green Card holder), or a protected individual as defined by the International Traffic in Arm Regulations (ITAR).#J-18808-Ljbffr