Material Planner

Motorola Solutions; Culver City (CA); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive Bonus Plans

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401K with Company Match

10 Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Parental & Family Leave

Job summary

Silvus Technologies, a subsidiary of Motorola Solutions, is seeking a Material Planner to coordinate material availability for production and order fulfillment at its Culver City, CA warehouse. The role supports cross-functional teams across Supply Chain, Production, Shipping, Quality and Sales, with a hybrid onsite schedule (3 days/week onsite).

The ideal candidate will be highly organized, able to work independently, and comfortable managing competing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.
• 2+ years of planning, procurement, or logistics.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and follow-up skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be a U.S. Person due to clients under U.S. federal contracts.
• All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure material availability aligns with demand and production schedules.
• Track shipments and follow up on delayed or at-risk deliveries with buyers, suppliers, and freight carriers.
• Monitor material requirements and inventory levels to minimize production disruptions and support On-Time Delivery (OTD).
• Collaborate with buyers to identify and communicate supply shortages and scheduling conflicts to internal teams, elevating issues when needed.
• Participate in team meetings to review priorities, risks, and action plans.
• Maintain planning reports, delivery schedules, and material status updates to ensure on-time delivery of materials.
• Utilize ERP/MRP and planning tools to make informed decisions on material availability.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to planning, purchasing, inventory management, and supplier performance.
• Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies, quality standards, and operational procedures.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or Mathematics

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Excel

Job description

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department Overview

Silvus Technologies, a leading provider of advanced MANET and MIMO communications systems, is reshaping mesh network technology for mission‑critical applications – on the ground, in the air and at sea. Its battle‑proven StreamCaster family of MANET radios and proprietary MN‑MIMO waveform provides the vital communications link for defense, law enforcement and public safety agencies around the world, and in the toughest operational environments. With deep roots in DARPA research, Silvus Technologies develops world‑class advanced communications technologies that are reshaping the tactical communications landscape. From pure line‑of‑sight to extreme non‑line‑of‑sight, Silvus radios form a self‑healing, self‑forming mesh network, enabling secure and reliable connectivity, including video and high‑bandwidth data. Silvus Technologies is a wholly owned subsidiary of Motorola Solutions, Inc.

Job Description

Would you like to join an incredibly talented group of people, doing very challenging work, with the prime directive of “Keeping Our Heroes Connected”?

Opportunity

Silvus is seeking a Material Planner who will report to the Supply Chain Manager on the Operations – Supply Chain team. The successful individual in this role is responsible for coordinating material availability to support production schedules and meet customer requirements and On‑Time Delivery (OTD) goals. This role works cross‑functionally with the Supply Chain, Production, Shipping, Quality and Sales teams to ensure timely visibility of material availability, delivery risks, and track order fulfillment status. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, capable of working independently, and comfortable managing competing priorities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. This position requires strong communication skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to collaborate with vendors and internal stakeholders to support uninterrupted operations and customer commitments. This position is based at Silvus Technologies’ Warehouse in the heart of vibrant Culver City, CA, and is on a hybrid schedule. A minimum of 3 days onsite per week is expected. On‑site days are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate with internal teams including production, planning, purchasing, logistics, and customer service to ensure material availability aligns with customer demand and production schedules.
• Track incoming shipments and proactively follow up on delayed or at‑risk deliveries with buyers, suppliers, and freight carriers.
• Monitor material requirements and inventory levels to minimize production disruptions and support On‑Time Delivery (OTD).
• Collaborate with buyers to identify and proactively communicate supply shortages, scheduling conflicts, and delivery delays to internal teams, and elevate critical issues to the Supply Chain Manager as needed.
• Participate in team meetings to review priorities, risks, and action plans.
• Maintain accurate planning reports, delivery schedules, and material status updates to ensure on‑time delivery of materials required for production and customer shipments.
• Utilize ERP/MRP and internal planning tools to make informed decisions on material availability.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to planning, purchasing, inventory management, and supplier performance.
• Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies, quality standards, and operational procedures.
• Perform other related duties of which the above are representative.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma/GED.
• 2+ years of planning, procurement, or logistics.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and follow‑up skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to work well with all levels of the organization.
• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen, or U.S. Permanent Resident) due to clients under U.S. federal contracts.
• All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or Mathematics.
• Knowledge of BOM structures, MRP/ERP systems and manufacturing planning processes.
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and procurement reporting tools.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Indoor air‑conditioned facility.

COMPENSATION

$33.65 - $38.46 / hourly

Benefits

• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K with Company Match
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off Packages
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental & Family Leave and more!

Basic Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.
• 2+ years of planning, procurement, or logistics.
• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen, or U.S. Permanent Resident) due to clients under U.S. federal contracts.
• All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.

Travel Requirements None

Relocation Provided None

Position Type Experienced Referral Payment Plan Yes

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally‑protected characteristic.

We’re proud of our people‑first and community‑focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions.

MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS OVERVIEW

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close‑knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Learn more at www.motorolasolutions.com.