Lead Materials Planner

Asheville, Inc.; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Materials Planning & Execution Specialist to enhance the flow of materials and optimize production schedules. This role offers a unique opportunity to leverage your experience in manufacturing and supply chain operations while working in a collaborative environment. You will be responsible for managing master planning and ensuring alignment with key performance indicators. If you are a strategic thinker with strong leadership abilities and a passion for problem-solving, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or high school diploma with 4 years of relevant experience.
• 3 years of experience in manufacturing or supply chain operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage master planning and material processes for production.
• Optimize inventory and ensure operational alignment with production plans.

Skills

Manufacturing Experience

Supply Chain Management

Problem Solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

High School Diploma/GED with 4 years experience

Job description

**Job Description Summary**

The Lead Materials Planning & Execution Specialist will coordinate and expedite the flow of materials (from suppliers and also within departments) according to production schedules for assigned part family group. You will plan and schedule material and production needs and impact departmental operations. The role has some autonomy but is focused on execution of activities within an operating discipline covered by standard functional practices and procedures.

This position can be located in Evendale, OH or Asheville, NC.

**Job Description**

**Roles and Responsibilities**

+ Manage master planning, material processes and systems, prepare and update production schedules and purchasing needs

+ Ensure operational alignment with production plan and KPIs

+ Optimize inventory and process improvements

+ Utilize prior experience and acquired technical expertise to execute policy/strategy

**Required Qualifications**

+ Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of manufacturing, materials, production planning, sourcing or supply chain operations) + 3 years experience in manufacturing, materials, production planning, sourcing or supply chain operations or GE Leadership Program Graduate in lieu of experience

**Desired Characteristics**

+ Experience in a manufacturing environment

+ Supply Chain experience

+ Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn

+ Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively

+ Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed

+ Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative

+ Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker

**Additional Information**

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_10\_20.pdf) . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

**Relocation Assistance Provided:** No

GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.