Material Planner/Controller

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 67,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

EAP

Flexible Spending Accounts

Education Assistance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Shelton, CT is seeking a Material Planner to analyze requirements, align with Master Plan Schedule, and support on-time production. You will expediting critical parts, communicate with Operations, and coordinate cross-functionally with Purchasing to lock dates and delivery milestones.

This role requires proven material planning and inventory experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and proficiency with ERP systems and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in material planning, inventory management, or supply chain operations within manufacturing or MRO.
• Strong analytical skills with data interpretation and decision-making ability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with proactive problem-solving and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Analyze material requirements to align with Master Plan Schedule and ensure on-time delivery.
• Provide precise, timely information to Operations and cross-departments.
• Identify and expedite critical parts to mitigate delays.
• Attend cross-functional meetings with Purchasing to obtain commit dates.
• Prepare accurate shipping documentation for outbound deliveries.
• Address shortages or discrepancies by coordinating corrective actions.
• Maintain records of material status, delivery schedules, and production impacts.

Skills

Material planning

Inventory management

Supply chain operations

Analytical skills

ERP systems

MS Office

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Standard Job Description

• Material Planning and Analysis: Analyze material requirements to align with the Master Plan Schedule and ensure on-time delivery to support production goals.
• Communication and Coordination: Provide precise and timely information on all parts supporting the plan to the Operations team, ensuring clarity and alignment across departments.
• Expediting Critical Parts: Identify and expedite any parts that may cause production delays, working proactively to mitigate risks and maintain schedule adherence.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Attend meetings with the purchasing department to obtain commit dates for material deliveries and report findings to all relevant stakeholders.
• Shipping Documentation: Prepare detailed shipping documents for all outbound deliveries of parts in process and completed assemblies, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Problem Resolution: Address material shortages, delays, or discrepancies by collaborating with suppliers, purchasing, and operations teams to implement corrective actions.
• Reporting and Documentation: Maintain accurate records of material status, delivery schedules, and production impacts, providing regular updates to management and other interested parties.

Basic Qualifications

• Proven experience in material planning, inventory management, or supply chain operations, preferably within an MRO or manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.

Desired Skills

• Proficient in Excel & Power Point
• Project Management Skills
• Excellent analytical and data analysis skills
• Good communication skills and able to work with different levels of the organization

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $67400.00 - $125200.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow-both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10)
• 401(k) match
• Paid time off
• Holidays
• Parental Leave
• EAP
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Education Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• and Long-Term Disability

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.