Aftermarket Planner 2

Safran S.A.; Garden Grove (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran in Garden Grove, CA seeks an Aftermarket Planner 2 to join its planning team. You will manage planning activities to ensure timely repair, overhaul and spare parts services, creating production schedules, material requirements and resource plans for low-volume/high-mix workflows.

Collaborating with procurement, engineering and operations, you will optimize inventory, execute design changes and respond to urgent AOG situations while upholding aerospace standards and revision control.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in production planning or material planning in aftermarket.
• Proficiency with MRP/ERP systems and inventory management.
• Knowledge of AS9100/ISO9001 standards and ability to read aircraft drawings.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Develops and manages production workflows in an aftermarket aerospace planning environment.
• Plans for low-volume, high-mix part numbers, prioritizing repair, overhaul and spares management.
• Manages material requirements based on BOMs and overhaul procedures.
• Expedites repair and refurbishment processes to address schedule delays and urgent AOG situations.
• Reviews and interprets engineering drawings to calculate material needs and make make-vs-buy decisions.
• Collaborates with procurement to initiate purchase requisitions and ensure part availability.
• Optimizes inventory levels by managing item master data, safety stock, and reorder points.
• Coordinates intercompany transfers and oversees distribution orders to meet global timelines.
• Maintains and validates multi-level BOMs for service kits and repairs.

Skills

3+ years planning

MRP/ERP systems

Engineering drawings

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MRP/ERP software

Lean Kanban

Job description

Here, we craft excellence together. Your mission? Making the journey the most enjoyable part of the trip. Join our first-class team to reinvent in-flight experience. In the role of Aftermarket Planner 2 you'll play a pivotal part on our Planning team. As an Aftermarket Planner 2, you will be responsible for managing all planning activities to ensure the successful and timely delivery of repair, overhaul, and spare part services. This role includes creating and maintaining production schedules, material requirements, and resource plans while addressing the unique challenges of the aftermarket environment, such as low-volume/high-mix workflows, legacy parts, and urgent customer needs. The Aftermarket Planner 2 will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive operational efficiency, meet customer expectations, and support the company's commitment to service excellence.

Summary of Duties:

• Develops and manages production workflows in an aftermarket aerospace planning environment, focusing on unique challenges such as supporting legacy or out-of-production components and meeting customer service demands.
• Plans for low-volume, high-mix part numbers, prioritizing repair, overhaul, and spares management to ensure service continuity.
• Manages material requirements based on Bills of Material (BOMs), overhaul procedures, and refurbishment operations to align with customer commitments.
• Expedites repair and refurbishment processes to address schedule delays and adjusts plans to accommodate unforeseen challenges, including urgent AOG (Aircraft on Ground) situations.
• Reviews and interprets engineering drawings and specifications to calculate material needs, determine “make versus buy” decisions, and ensure accurate BOM setup in MRP systems.
• Collaborates with procurement teams to initiate purchase requisitions, ensuring parts and materials are available for service and repair activities based on demand and lead time.
• Optimizes inventory levels by managing item master data, safety stock, and reorder points to align with aftermarket business requirements.
• Coordinates intercompany transfers and oversees distribution orders to meet global customer delivery timelines.
• Maintains and validates multi-level BOMs for service kits and repairs, ensuring accuracy and engineering compliance.
• Evaluates shortages, implements solutions to mitigate risks, and provides stakeholders with timely updates on potential challenges.
• Interfaces with engineering teams to incorporate drawing changes and update configurations for repair and overhaul processes.
• Supports testing, certification, and compliance requirements for repair station or maintenance operations.
• Ensures strict adherence to revision control standards

Basic Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 3+ years' experience in production planning or material planning, preferably in an aftermarket environment.
• Proficiency with MRP/ERP systems and strong knowledge of inventory management practices specific to aftermarket operations.
• In-depth understanding of production planning, repair processes, stock management, and the procurement of raw materials and aerospace components.
• Knowledge of AS9100/ISO9001 standards and compliance requirements for regulated environments.
• Ability to read and analyze complex engineering drawings related to aircraft repairs and modifications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree preferred (Degree in business, supply chain or logistics management preferred).
• Experience with Lean manufacturing, pull systems, Kanban, and Just-in-Time (JIT) processes in an aerospace aftermarket or repair environment.

Position Criteria:

• Dedication and commitment to ensure all work is completed without exception.
• Willingness to learn and develop new competencies
• Strong written and verbal business communications abilities
• Self-starter with ability to drive improvement, meet timeliness and objectives
• Identifying problems working with teams to solve through leading actions collaboratively
• Ability to analyze and communicate requirements

General Notes:

• All employees have an affirmative duty to protect and maintain the confidentiality of Safran's products.
• As business conditions change it is necessary that all employees productively react and handle other essential tasks as assigned now or in the future.
• Tasks may vary slightly based on products produced at division.
• Duties listed above are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required. The company may modify responsibilities as needed to meet business and organizational needs.