Material Planner 1

Gulfstream Aerospace; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

Retirement savings plan

Life and disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Adoption assistance

Prepaid legal & home/auto insurance

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation in St. Louis is seeking a Material Planner 1 to support production and completions within an MRP/ERP environment. You will audit planning data, adjust schedules, and communicate changes to procurement and operations teams.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in materials management or related field, with entry-level experience in manufacturing and materials planning. Strong analytical skills and PC proficiency are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Management, Operations Management, or Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Entry level. Related experience in manufacturing and materials planning or inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Establish material requirements aligned with production rates, lead times, and inventory objectives.
• Maintain data elements impacting planning, lead times, service levels, and costs.
• Initiate requisitions and orders for new, unique, or reorder items.
• Coordinate with Product Support and procurement to expedite parts for operations and customers.
• Analyze shortages, identify root causes, and propose corrective actions.
• Monitor excess inventory and determine redistribution or disposal options.

Skills

Advanced analytical skills

SAP experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Materials Management / Operations Management / Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

Material Planner 1 in GAC St. Louis

Unique Skills:

At Gulfstream, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in inspiring and empowering every individual to reach their fullest potential. From workforce development and meaningful connections to a culture of trust, respect, and integrity, we invest in our employees so they can do their best work and achieve success together. Creating and delivering the world’s finest aviation experience starts with our people and when our people thrive, so does our mission.

The top candidate will demonstrate advanced analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data, identify trends, solve problems, and translate findings into clear, actionable recommendations.

$55,094 - $72,311 annually.

Final compensation for this role will be determined by several factors including but not limited to: minimum and preferred qualifications, knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, and location.

Gulfstream employees benefit from a total rewards package that includes competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plans, wellness programs, paid leave and tuition assistance. Our U.S. benefits package includes:

• Medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee assistance plan
• Voluntary programs such as adoption assistance, prepaid legal assistance, home and auto insurance, and accident insurance.

Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Materials Management, Operations Management, or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Entry level. Related experience

in manufacturing and materials planning or inventory management.

Position Purpose:

Under direct supervision, perform the planning activities associated with supporting Production and Completions requirements within an MRP/ERP environment. Audit and maintain planning information and associated part/material attributes within applicable systems and databases. Respond to changes in schedules and changes resulting from bill of material modifications. Communicate resulting schedule changes to procurement and operations personnel when appropriate. Responsibilities may include working closely with all levels of personnel within Gulfstream and approved suppliers.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

1. Establish material requirements consistent with production rates, supplier lead times and corporate inventory objectives/policies.
2. Ensure all data elements which impact the planning and supply chain are maintained within lead times, service levels, receiving/carrying cost, etc.
3. Initiate purchase requisitions and purchase orders for new items, unique items and existing items that have reached reorder points.
4. Coordinate with Product Support, Manufacturing Engineering, In House Shops, and purchasing to expedite parts in support of Operations and Gulfstream Customers.
5. Analyze shortage situations and determine root cause and corrective actions.
6. Monitor and assist in identification of excess inventory. Assist in determining whether the excess is subject to re-distribution or disposal. Maintain proper part disposition for tracking purposes.
7. Prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports pertaining to current status of inventory and overall customer service level.
8. Generate replenishment schedules and coverage analysis for a buyer or planner and communicate changes as required.

Additional Functions:

1. Identify components with high level of demand variability, analyze options and prepare recommendations for management approval. .
2. Follow safety, 6S, and quality requirements in every phase of assigned duties. .
3. Use Lean Manufacturing techniques to ensure inventory and in stock material is the optimum qty required. to support the operation. .
4. Analyze and resolve issues to maximize customer service at the lowest total cost. .
5. Frequent interaction with personnel in other departments to follow-up, expedite, and coordinate parts. .
6. Develop understanding and establish experience base in Gulfstream Materials processes and procedures. .
7. Develop an investigative and analytical mind set. .

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

1. Requires extensive PC experience and knowledge of automated systems.
2. Effective oral and written communications skills and strong interpersonal skills.
3. Ability to operate personal computers; experience with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office Products; Word, Excel,.
4. PowerPoint.
5. SAP experience desired but not required.

This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 237336

Category: Materials

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 11/10/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

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