Material Planner I

General Dynamics Corporation; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, prescription, dental and vis​

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics, seeks a Materials Planner to support Production and Completions requirements within an MRP/ERP environment. The role emphasizes audit and maintenance of planning data, procurement coordination, and to respond quickly to schedule changes that affect operations and Gulfstream customers.

Responsibilities include establishing material requirements, monitoring lead times, initiating POs, and analyzing shortages.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in 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.

Responsibilities

• Establish material requirements consistent with production rates, supplier lead times and corporate inventory objectives/policies.
• Ensure all data elements which impact the planning and supply chain are maintained within lead times, service levels, receiving/carrying cost, etc.
• Initiate purchase requisitions and purchase orders for new items, unique items and existing items that have reached reorder points.
• Coordinate with Product Support, Manufacturing Engineering, In House Shops, and purchasing to expedite parts in support of Operations and Gulfstream Customers.
• Analyze shortage situations and determine root cause and corrective actions.
• 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.
• Prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports pertaining to current status of inventory and overall customer service level.
• Generate replenishment schedules and coverage analysis for a buyer or planner and communicate changes as required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Education

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

Tools

SAP

Job description

Our aircraft are industry leaders and so are our people. We're looking for talented, motivated people who are ready to do innovative work, and we offer exciting career opportunities worldwide.

Let your career take flight

Our aircraft are industry leaders and so are our people. We're looking for talented, motivated individuals who are ready to do innovative work, and we offer exciting career opportunities worldwide.

Gulfstream employees benefit from a total rewards package that includes

• competitive compensation
• medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage starting on day 1

A good candidate will have strong analytical skills and be proficient in Excel.

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:

• Establish material requirements consistent with production rates, supplier lead times and corporate inventory objectives/policies.
• Ensure all data elements which impact the planning and supply chain are maintained within lead times, service levels, receiving/carrying cost, etc.
• Initiate purchase requisitions and purchase orders for new items, unique items and existing items that have reached reorder points.
• Coordinate with Product Support, Manufacturing Engineering, In House Shops, and purchasing to expedite parts in support of Operations and Gulfstream Customers.
• Analyze shortage situations and determine root cause and corrective actions.
• 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.
• Prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports pertaining to current status of inventory and overall customer service level.
• Generate replenishment schedules and coverage analysis for a buyer or planner and communicate changes as required.

Additional Functions:

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

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

• Requires extensive PC experience and knowledge of automated systems.
• Effective oral and written communications skills and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to operate personal computers; experience with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office Products; Word, Excel,.
• PowerPoint.
• 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: 237346

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.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically-advanced business jet aircraft

Gulfstream designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically advanced business-jet aircraft.