Senior Fulfillment Planner

Insight Global; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Senior Fulfillment Planner to manage material planning, PO administration, and supplier coordination to ensure materials meet production schedules.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in supply chain roles with strong ERP/MRP skills and experience in fast-paced manufacturing. Aerospace experience is a plus, with AS9100 and ITAR/EAR familiarity valued.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience and a bachelor's degree, or 9+ years total work experience.
• Proficiency in ERP and MRP systems for managing purchase orders, purchase schedules, and material planning.
• Knowledge of material planning fundamentals including master data, BOM, planning release, and fulfillment.
• Ability to produce material line of balance reports and conduct clear-to-build reviews.
• Experience reading engineering drawings and familiarity with AS9100 and ITAR/EAR.

Responsibilities

• Plan materials and manage purchase orders to meet production schedules.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery and escalation when needed.
• Maintain ERP/MRP data and master data for accurate planning.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings to support materials planning.

Skills

Material planning

ERP/MRP knowledge

PO management

Supplier coordination

Data analysis

MS Office

Education

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

Tools

ERP software

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Fulfillment Planner to support Rocket Lab's operations in Long Beach, CA. This role is responsible for material planning, purchase order management, supplier coordination, and ensuring materials are available to meet production schedules. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of supply chain, material planning, or procurement experience, strong ERP/MRP knowledge, and experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Aerospace experience is a plus.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

Skills and Requirements

5+ years of experience and a bachelor's degree, or equivalent years of work experience (9+ years total work experience).

Proficiencyin ERP and MRP systems for managing purchase orders, purchase schedules, and material planning.

Proven knowledge of material planning fundamentals, including master data management, BOM management, and planning release and fulfillment.

Ability to produce material line of balance reports and conduct clear-to-build reviews.

Proficiencyin MS Office, math, and statistics for data analysis and reporting. Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, supply chain, or other relevant fields.

8+ years of related experience as a Material Planner, Buyer, or equivalent role.

Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively and efficiently.

Team-oriented, with the ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines.

Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

Prior experience in aerospace, EV automotive, or other disruptive manufacturing industries.

Familiarity with AS9100 standards and US export controls (ITAR and EAR).

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Experience in managing obsolete and end-of-life products.