Material Planning Manager

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Plan

401(k) Plan with matching

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Parker Aerospace, a division of Parker Hannifin, seeks a Material Planning Manager in North Ogden, Utah to optimize material flow and inventory levels while supporting on-time delivery. You will lead teams, work with procurement, and implement lean inventory strategies.

The role reports to the Division Sourcing & Procurement Manager and involves managing personnel, inventory, and production control to minimize cost while meeting customer expectations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in inventory and production control.
• Bachelor degree required, preferably in business, engineering, or materials management with certification in supply chain management preferred.
• Possess analytical and technical skills required to understand business practices and recommend proper automation opportunities.
• Must have advanced computer skills and be able to understand of electronic processing.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for effective interface with all internal and external contacts.
• Must be an innovator and embrace lean enterprises principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Manages and prepares division inventory relating to records, tracking of materials, changing business activity, quality of materials and stocking levels. Works closely with procurement to ensure reorder processes and timely delivery of materials are in place.
• Administers the development and implementation of an aggressive inventory reduction program limiting the Division's exposure to excess inventory cost.
• Analyzes production requirements based on immediate sales orders and forecasts considering production resources.
• Develops scheduling to establish sequence and lead times of manufacturing operations.

Skills

Inventory planning

Production control

Lean principles

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor degree in business/engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP software

Automation tools

Job description

Org Marketing Statement

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

At the Commercial Flight Controls Division, we are the preferred supplier of flight control solutions for the commercial, regional, business jet and advanced air mobility marketplace by offering a premier customer experience with superior engineered products that exceed our customer and regulatory requirements.

Location - North Ogden, Utah
North Ogden sits at the foothills of the Wasatch Range and offers an outstanding quality of life for outdoor enthusiasts and families alike. Enjoy easy access to worldclass skiing, hiking and mountain biking, scenic trails, and nearby reservoirs for boating and fishing. The Ogden area features a vibrant downtown, a growing tech and aerospace community, and convenient connections to Salt Lake City (approximately 30-40 minutes), with major airports and urban amenities close by including world class ballet, symphony and theatre. North Ogden combines smalltown charm with exceptional access to the outdoor recreation that defines Utah!

Position Summary

The Material Planning Manager is responsible for analyzing, planning and managing the flow of materials to ensure they are provided according to schedule. The Material Planning Manager develops and implements strategies to keep inventory at a minimum without compromising customer expectations. This role will have direct reports.

Position will report to the Division Sourcing & Procurement Manager and interact intra-divisionally with logistics and procurement. Will manage personnel, inventory and production control.

Essential Functions

• Manages and prepares division inventory relating to records, tracking of materials, changing business activity, quality of materials and stocking levels. Works closely with procurement to ensure reorder processes and timely delivery of materials are in place.

• Administers the development and implementation of an aggressive inventory reduction program limiting the Divisions exposure to excess inventory cost. Adjust inventory levels associated with any backlog production.

• Analyzes production requirements based on immediate sales orders and short/medium term forecast considering production resources (people, materials, equipment). Works with Division management to determine within single or multi-plant production facilities the most cost efficient utilization of production resources for on time delivery and minimization overall cost.

• Develops scheduling to establish sequence and lead times of manufacturing operations. Requires scheduling in weekly, monthly or longer production cycles.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in inventory and production control.

• Bachelor degree required, preferably in business, engineering, or materials management with certification
  in supply chain management preferred.

• Possess analytical and technical skills required to understand business practices and recommend proper
  automation opportunities.

• Must have advanced computer skills and be able to understand of electronic processing.

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for effective interface with all internal and external contacts.

• Must be an innovator and embrace lean enterprises principles and practices.

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team!

Competitive Compensation

• Participation in Annual Incentive Plan

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.

• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay

• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay

• Career development and tuition reimbursement

• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.

• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.

• Paid Time Off and 13 Company-Paid Holidays.

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.
(Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor)

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