Material Planning Manager

Howmet Aerospace Inc.; Fullerton, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. in Fullerton, CA is seeking a Material Planning Manager to lead materials planning, scheduling, and inventory control for aerospace manufacturing on-site.

You will ensure the availability of stainless steel, aluminum, and titanium bar stock and forgings to support production schedules. The role requires 5+ years in materials planning within aerospace or precision metal manufacturing, and strong MRP/ERP experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, operations management, engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of materials planning experience in aerospace or precision metal manufacturing.
• Experience planning raw materials including stainless steel, aluminum, and titanium.
• Experience with bar stock, forgings, and machined aerospace components.
• Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems.
• Experience working under AS9100 quality management systems.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; no visa sponsorship.
• Export-controlled data access restrictions apply.

Responsibilities

• Lead materials planning, scheduling, and inventory control for aerospace manufacturing.
• Ensure availability of stainless steel, aluminum, and titanium bar stock and forgings.
• Manage and optimize MRP parameters including safety stock, lead times, lot sizing, and reorder points.
• Collaborate with procurement, quality, engineering, and production teams.
• Monitor inventory levels to balance production continuity with cost and working capital objectives.
• Analyze demand forecasts, customer orders, and production schedules for material availability.
• Coordinate with suppliers for on-time delivery of aerospace materials meeting AMS/ASTM and customer requirements.
• Ensure full traceability and documentation per AS9100, FAA, and customer traceability requirements.
• Support engineering changes by assessing material impact and transition planning.
• Lead cycle counting, inventory accuracy initiatives, and continuous improvement programs.
• Develop and present KPIs like inventory turns and on-time delivery.

Skills

Materials planning

MRP/ERP systems

Inventory control

Cross-functional collaboration

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain/operations/engineering

Tools

APICS CPIM/CSCP certification

Job description

• Job Schedule Full time
• Export-Controlled Data This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items

Responsibilities

Position Overview:'''
As a Material Planning Manager, you'll be part of our Industrial team working as on-site employee in Fullerton, CA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead materials planning, scheduling, and inventory control activities supporting aerospace manufacturing operations.
• Ensure availability of stainless steel, aluminum, and titanium bar stock and forgings to support machining and production schedules.
• Manage and optimize MRP parameters, including safety stock, lead times, lot sizing, and reorder points.
• Collaborate with procurement, quality, engineering, and production teams to align materials planning with operational priorities.
• Monitor and manage inventory levels to balance production continuity with inventory cost and working capital objectives.
• Analyze demand forecasts, customer orders, and production schedules to ensure timely material availability.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery of aerospace-certified materials meeting AMS, ASTM, and customer requirements.
• Ensure full traceability and documentation of raw materials in compliance with AS9100, FAA, and customer traceability requirements.
• Support engineering changes by assessing material impact, availability, and transition planning.
• Lead cycle counting, inventory accuracy initiatives, and continuous improvement programs.
• Develop and present KPIs and performance metrics including inventory turns, on-time delivery, and material availability.

Regulatory & Compliance Responsibilities:

Ensure compliance with AS9100 quality management standards, customer flow-down requirements, and applicable federal regulations including ITAR and DFARS. Maintain strict material traceability from receipt through finished goods shipment.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Operations Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of materials planning experience in aerospace or precision metal manufacturing.
• Strong experience planning raw materials including stainless steel, aluminum, and titanium.
• Experience working with bar stock, forgings, and machined aerospace components.
• Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems.
• Experience working under AS9100 quality management systems.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.

Preferred Qualifications:

• APICS CPIM or CSCP certification.
• Experience with aerospace OEM and defense contractor requirements.
• Experience with inventory optimization and lean manufacturing.
• Experience managing planning teams.
• Experience in California aerospace manufacturing environment preferred.

About Us

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report . Follow: LinkedIn , Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube .

Equal Opportunity Employer

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Howmet Fastening Systems

Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is a business unit of Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Torrance, California. We hold the number one global position in aerospace fastening systems, and we’re the North American leader in commercial transportation fasteners. Our high-tech, multi-material fastening systems are found nose to tail on aircraft and aerospace engines. Our products are also critical components of industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, and construction and industrial equipment.