Mission-Driven Materials Planner (Defense) – Flexible 9/80

Leonardo DRS; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Flexible work schedule with our 9/80

Career development programs

Job summary

Leonardo DRS in Menomonee Falls, WI, seeks a Materials Planner to join our Supply Chain team. You will develop and execute material plans to ensure on-time availability of components for Navy shipboard power systems.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in materials planning within manufacturing, defense, or aerospace. Experience with MRP/ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/Infor) and strong Excel skills are essential; APICS CPIM/CSCP certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations or related field.
• 3–5 years of materials planning, supply chain, or production planning in manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Infor).
• Strong Excel skills; Power BI familiarity is a plus.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities to meet deadlines.
• APICS CPIM or CSCP certification preferred.
• Experience in defense, aerospace, or regulated manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with FAR/DFARS contracting practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and analyze material requirements plans (MRP) to support production schedules.
• Monitor inventory levels, lead times, and supplier performance to prevent shortages.
• Coordinate with Procurement, Production Control, Engineering, and Program Management to align material availability with build schedules.
• Identify and resolve material shortages and expedite critical items as needed.
• Analyze demand signals and adjust planning parameters to optimize inventory turns.
• Support Master Production Schedule (MPS) reviews and provide input on material constraints.
• Generate and maintain planning reports and metrics for leadership review.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to improve on-time delivery.
• Ensure compliance with government contracting requirements, including ITAR/DFARS as applicable.
• Support MRB activities and disposition of nonconforming material.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Power BI familiarity

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations

APICS CPIM or CSCP certification preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Infor

Power BI

Job description

Leonardo DRS in Menomonee Falls, WI, seeks a Materials Planner to join our Supply Chain team. You will develop and execute material plans to ensure on-time availability of components for Navy shipboard power systems.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in materials planning within manufacturing, defense, or aerospace. Experience with MRP/ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/Infor) and strong Excel skills are essential; APICS CPIM/CSCP certification is preferred.