Planning Manager: Lead MRP & Inventory Optimization (9/80)

Chemring Energetic Devices; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 103,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Parental leave

Job summary

Chemring Energetic Devices in Downers Grove, IL is seeking a Manager, Planning to lead plant-wide material planning, inventory control, and scheduling to ensure on-time delivery. You will own MRP demand planning optimization and coordinate with Engineering, Production, Purchasing, Quality, and Program Management, maintaining accurate manufacturing orders.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 7+ years in supply chain planning with 3+ years of supervisory experience; experience with D365 MRP

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in supply chain planning or inventory management within a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience.
• Lawful US Person (ITAR) and ability to obtain ATF clearance for all employees.

Responsibilities

• Lead Planning function and act as focal point for all Planning Department activities.
• Oversee workload distribution and balancing within Planning Department.
• Oversee the use and optimization of the D365 MRP system to determine hardware needs and supplier delivery schedules.
• Provide accurate capacity insights to support RCCP and MPS adjustments.
• Coordinate cross-functional updates with Engineering, Production, Purchasing, Quality, and Program Management to align with schedule requirements.
• Validate shop floor activity through throughput checks and WIP visibility.
• Write reports and present schedule risks to senior leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

APICS Certification

Lean Principles

MRP Systems (D365)

Excel Proficiency

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, engineering or related

Tools

D365 MRP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Chemring Energetic Devices in Downers Grove, IL is seeking a Manager, Planning to lead plant-wide material planning, inventory control, and scheduling to ensure on-time delivery. You will own MRP demand planning optimization and coordinate with Engineering, Production, Purchasing, Quality, and Program Management, maintaining accurate manufacturing orders.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 7+ years in supply chain planning with 3+ years of supervisory experience; experience with D365 MRP