Materials Planning Manager

Precision Castparts Corp.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly cash bonus

120 hours PTO per year

10 paid holidays

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. seeks an experienced Materials Planner to oversee daily planning activities, ensuring demand accuracy and optimal inventory for aerospace production. You will drive schedules, coordinate new product introductions, and implement inventory strategies in a high-security environment.

The role requires strong analytics, ERP/MRP fluency, and collaboration with procurement, quality, and ITAR-compliance teams to maintain AS9100 standards and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of aerospace materials planning principles including demand forecasting and production scheduling.
• Experience with ITAR-regulated environments and AS9100 quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily materials planning operations using ERP systems to ensure accurate demand forecasting and optimal inventory levels aligned with aerospace production schedules.
• Drive production schedules to meet targets while optimizing inventory levels.

Skills

Aerospace materials planning

Demand forecasting

Inventory optimization

Production scheduling

Data analysis

Education

High School Diploma or Associate's Degree

Bachelor's degree in related field (preferred)

5–8 years experience in materials planning/supply chain (aerospace/defense)

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Mana ges materials planning activities including demand planning, inventory strategies, production requirements, and material availability, while managing day-to-day operations, developing team performance, and supporting departmental goals.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily materials planning operations using ERP systems to ensure accurate demand forecasting and optimal inventory levels aligned with aerospace production schedules.
• Drive production schedule to achieve daily/weekly/monthly targets while optimizing inventory levels
• Coordinate new product introduction stage gates to ensure on time customer delivery
• Develop and implement inventory control strategies leveraging MRP tools to minimize stockouts and excess inventory, supporting AS9100 compliance
• Oversee accuracy of system planning parameters
• Coordinate with production and procurement teams to align material availability with flight hardware manufacturing timelines, ensuring uninterrupted assembly flow.
• Analyze historical demand data and production forecasts using advanced Excel modeling to improve material requirement accuracy and reduce lead times.
• Lead root cause investigations of material shortages or excesses using supply chain analytics to drive continuous improvement in planning processes.
• Manage team performance through regular coaching and development sessions focused on aerospace materials management best practices and ITAR compliance.
• Collaborate with quality and logistics departments to ensure materials meet aerospace standards and are handled by EHS and FOD prevention protocols.
• Prepare and present materials planning reports and KPIs to senior management, highlighting inventory turnover, forecast accuracy, and cost-saving initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Proven knowledge of aerospace materials planning principles, including demand forecasting, inventory optimization, and production scheduling.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems commonly used in aerospace manufacturing environments.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets and generate actionable insights.
• Experience managing teams within a high-security, ITAR-regulated aerospace or defense facility.
• Understanding of AS9100 quality standards and their impact on materials management processes.

Education:

• Minimum: High School Diploma or Associate's Degree
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Materials Science, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Education:

• 5–8 years of experience in Materials Planning or related supply chain function within aerospace or defense

Preferred Qualifications:

• Team Collaboration and Communication Skills

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $106,000 to $159,000 US Dollar (USD) Salaried based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company’s Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 3X the Company’s bonus multiple, based on the Company’s performance in the applicable quarter . Employees will receive 120 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s 401(k) plan.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Company Profile

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability – not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.

We are constantly searching for the best talent and offer excellent development programs for recent graduates as well as meaningful work experience for those still studying.