Material Planner II for Production Material Planning

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation in Savannah, GA, is seeking a Material Planner II for Production Material Planning to manage material requirements from production schedules within an MRP/ERP environment. You will establish procurement plans, initiate purchase requisitions, and collaborate with Product Support and Manufacturing Engineering to ensure timely availability of parts.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 2 years of manufacturing/materials planning

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Materials Management, Operations Management or related field.
• 2 years related experience in manufacturing and materials planning or inventory management.
• Master's degree in related field may offset 2 years of experience.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems and data maintenance within planning environments.

Responsibilities

• Establish material requirements consistent with production rates, lead times and inventory policies.
• Initiate purchase requisitions and orders for new or stock items at reorder points.
• Coordinate with Product Support and Manufacturing Engineering to expedite parts.
• Analyze shortages and determine root-causes and corrective actions.
• Monitor excess inventory and determine disposition or redistribution.
• Prepare reports on inventory status and service levels; maintain data accuracy.

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree may offset 2 yrs experience

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

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Material Planner II for Production Material Planning

Company: Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

Material Planner II for Production Material Planningin GAC Savannah

Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint and SAP preferred

Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Business Administration, Materials Management, Operations Management, Manufacturing Engineering, or other related curriculumor equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. 2 years related experiencein manufacturing and materials planning or inventory management. Master's Degree In related fieldMay offset 2 yrs of experience requirement.Position Purpose:Under limited 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

Principal 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.
• Responsible for training, developing, and mentoring Material Planner I’s.

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: 236132

Category: Materials

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 09/20/2026

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

Nearest Major Market

Savannah

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Logistics, Supply Chain, SAP, ERP, Manufacturing Engineer, Operations, Technology, Engineering