Multifunctional Manufacturing Planner Supv - L3

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 73,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

Flexible work arrangements (e.g., 4x10

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Corporation is seeking a skilled manufacturing planning lead in Grand Prairie, TX to manage MRP transactions across Make, Buy, BOM, MPS, and warehousing. The role focuses on inventory optimization and production systems integrity while coordinating recruiting, training, performance, and salary actions.

The ideal candidate will diagnose material flow issues, lead cross‑functional teams, and communicate effectively with senior leadership and external logistics partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or similar field; or equivalent professional experience
• Demonstrated ability to lead multi‑disciplinary teams, manage shift schedules, and drive performance
• Ability to quickly diagnose material flow issues and implement root‑cause corrective actions
• Excellent written and verbal communication; comfortable interacting with senior leadership and external logistics partners
• Must have or be able to obtain a security clearance

Responsibilities

• Oversees manufacturing planning, material management, and MRP transactions across Make, Buy, BOM Planning, MPS, warehousing and shipping
• Drives inventory optimization to minimize cost and maintains production systems integrity
• Coordinates recruitment, selection, training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and disciplinary actions

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Root cause analysis

Security clearance

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelors in supply chain

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Standard Job Description

Manages multiple manufacturing planning, material management and support activities within various manufacturing job functions responsible for Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) transactions. These may include but not limited to, Make, Buy, Bill of Material (BOM) Planning, Master Production Scheduling (MPS), Warehousing and Shipping. Over sees production systems integrity and drives inventory optimization to minimize cost. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions.

Standard Job Description

Manages multiple manufacturing planning, material management and support activities within various manufacturing job functions responsible for Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) transactions. These may include but not limited to, Make, Buy, Bill of Material (BOM) Planning, Master Production Scheduling (MPS), Warehousing and Shipping. Over sees production systems integrity and drives inventory optimization to minimize cost. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in supply chain management or similar field, or equivalent professional experience
• Demonstrated ability to lead multi‑disciplinary teams, manage shift schedules, and drive performance
• Ability to quickly diagnose material flow issues and implement root‑cause corrective actions
• Excellent written and verbal communication; comfortable interacting with senior leadership and external logistics partners
• Must have or be able to obtain a security clearance

Desired Skills

• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems
• Knowledge of industry wide best practices and processes for managing material flow throughout the entire production supply chain
• Inventory control and material handling knowledge
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or high‑mix, low‑volume manufacturing environments
• Understanding of DOT regulations
• Familiarity with Hazardous material handling

Interview Questions

• Make effective decisions: Give me an example of a time you had to make a decision and you needed to carefully consider a great deal of conflicting, as well as supporting, information.
• Lead change with agility: Describe a time when you helped a group of employees understand why a specific process, procedure, or policy change was necessary.
• Optimize the enterprise: In any organization there are often conflicting business unit goals. Tell me about a time when you modified your goal for another division’s benefit.
• Create an inclusive environment: How have you rewarded and recognized employees that demonstrate inclusion and collaboration? Share a specific example.
• Be accountable: Tell me about a time when you weren't satisfied with your work because of quality defects. How did you handle the situation?

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $72500.00 - $134600.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.