Senior Manager, Material Planning & Control

Triumph Group; California, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Triumph Group in Valencia, CA, seeks an experienced Senior Manager, Material Planning and Control to lead the planning and inventory management at the Valencia site. You will oversee the ERP system performance, drive continuous improvements, and ensure on-time delivery and cost performance.

You will work with the Site GM and OpCo leadership to align planning with strategic objectives, including budgeting and SIOP, while collaborating cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Quality,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field, business, supply chain, operations, engineering or related discipline; 10+ years of experience in a leadership role.
• Minimum of 15 years directly related experience in product or process management within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated expertise with MRP/ERP systems, including functionality, implementation, optimization, and process integration.
• APICS certification strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for the site’s planning, materials control, and materials support activities.
• Develop and improve processes for planning, inventory control, master scheduling, Kan Ban, and shop-floor scheduling.
• Establish priorities and accountability for functional managers and teams.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce costs and improve site performance.
• Monitor KPIs and performance metrics to drive accountability and outcomes.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Procurement to align materials planning with business objectives.
• Support site leadership with budgeting, policy enforcement, and strategic objectives.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in technical field/Business/Engineering

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Senior Manager, Material Planning & Control

Location:
Valencia, CA, US, 91355

Business Unit: Systems and Support

Function: Supply Chain

TRIUMPH designs, engineers, manufactures, repairs and overhauls a broad portfolio of aviation and industrial components, accessories, subassemblies, systems and aircraft structures. We partner with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and operators of commercial, regional, business and military aircraft worldwide, to provide products and services that solve their hardest problems. So whatever the part, component or complexity of assembly, TRIUMPH is committed to quality, service and meeting the specialized needs of each customer.

TRIUMPH participates at all levels of the aerospace supply chain – from single components, to complex systems, to aerospace structures and their contents. We provide solutions for the entire product life cycle of an aircraft – from raw material to aftermarket service. Our unique ability to integrate a broad range of products and capabilities is our competitive advantage.

We are rapidly growing and looking for people who feel rewarded by innovation, career growth, and making an impact all while working with state-of-the-art equipment on cutting-edge projects. If you're ready to be challenged, inspired, and supported as you pursue your professional best, we hope you'll explore a future with TRIUMPH.

Responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager, Material Planning and Control to lead the planning and inventory management functions at our Valencia site. Reporting directly to the Site General Manager, this position is a key member of the site leadership team and plays a critical role in ensuring operational excellence, on-time delivery and cost performance.

The Senior Manager will be responsible for leading the site’s planning and inventory management organization including primary oversight of the ERP system’s performance, functionality, and continuous improvement. This leader will ensure that planning and inventory processes effectively support the business while driving improvements in efficiency, responsiveness, and overall supply chain performance.

At the discretion of the General Manager, this position may also have responsibility for all or part of the site-level purchasing function, including supplier coordination and procurement activities.

• Provide leadership and strategic direction for the site’s planning, materials control, and materials support activities, in alignment with the Site General Manager (GM) and OpCo leadership team
• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve processes and procedures that ensure the effectiveness of planning, inventory control functions, including
  • master scheduling
  • Kan Ban systems
  • Shop-floor throughput/scheduling
  • Capacity planning
  • Production scheduling
• Establish priorities, provide direction, and ensure accountability for functional managers and their respective teams.
• Champions business process optimization and continuous improvement initiatives to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance overall site performance.
• Establish, monitor, and utilize KPIs and performance metrics to measure team effectiveness and drive accountability and continuous improvement.
• Partners with Site Leadership Team to establish, communicate, and execute site level strategic and operational objectives, including
  • Annual budgets and business planning
  • Establish and enforcement of site-level policies, procedures, and operational practices
  • Achievement of operational and financial performance objectives.
  • Customer satisfaction, product quality, and on-time delivery performance.
  • SIOP
• Serve as strategic adjunct to Site General Manager, supporting broader site leadership responsibilities and developing a strong succession trajectory for future leadership opportunities.
• Collaborates cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Finance, Procurement, and other disciplines to ensure alignment of materials and planning activities with overall business objectives.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and operational excellence across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (BS) in a technical field, business, supply chain, operations, engineering or related discipline, with a minimum of 10+ years progressive professional experience, including significant experience in a management or leadership position.
• High school diploma or equivalent with 15+ years of relevant professional experience in a management or leadership position may be accepted in lieu of bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum of 15 years directly related experience in product or process management within a manufacturing environment required.
• Demonstrated expertise with MRP/ERP systems, including experience with system functionality, implementation, optimization, and process integration.
• Proven ability to think strategically and while executing tactically, balancing long-term business objectives with immediate operational requirements.
• Expert level of Microsoft Office competencies with strong Excel knowledge
• Strong leadership communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate ability to solve problems effectively under constraints and competing priorities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to understand and balance operational financial, quality, inventory, and customer delivery objectives.
• Demonstrate ability to lead change, drive continuous improvement, and hold teams accountable for measurable results.

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Aerospace industry experience required
• APICS certification strongly preferred

Our Vision:

As one team, we enable the safety and prosperity of the world.

Our Mission:

We partner with our Customers to TRIUMPH over their hardest aerospace, defense, and industrial challenges to deliver value to our stakeholders.

Our Values:

• Integrity – Do the right thing for our stakeholders. We value safety, diversity, and respect.
• Teamwork – Win as One team-one company. Solicit help and assist others.
• Continuous Improvement – Pursue zero defect quality. Attack problems and relentlessly raise the bar.
• Innovation – Passion for growing the business. Lead through ingenuity and entrepreneurship.
• Act with Velocity – Partner, anticipate and communicate. Proactively solve problems.

Code of Conduct:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the TRIUMPH behaviors captured within our core values: Integrity, Teamwork, Continuous Improvement, Innovation, and Act with Velocity. Detailed definitions are below and performance metrics for each behavior can be found on our intranet and is embedded within our Performance Management processes. All employees are expected to represent the values and maintain the standards contained in TRIUMPH’s Code of Conduct.

Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS):

Employees are responsible for the Health, Safety, and Welfare of themselves, the environment, and other people. All employees must comply with EHS policy training and instructions, help to maintain a safe and clean working environment, and use any Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by the Company. Employees must report any accidents, incidents, and near misses to management. Additionally, employees are expected to notify management of any dangerous or potentially dangerous situations or practices.

Additional Information:

Triumph is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

SELECT US positions require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and the Export administration Regulations ("EAR"). In order to be eligible for applicable positions, you must be a US Person under ITAR or eligible for approval for a U.S. Government export license. A US Person is a US Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident, refugee or asylee. All inquiries related to citizenship are asked solely to comply with ITAR and EAR export licensing requirements.

U.S. applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.