Aerospace - Raw Materials Planner

Aerospace - Raw Materials Planner – Mojave, CA

Are you a Buyer Planner looking to advance your career by leveraging supply chain experience and contributing to daily business operations? If so, PPG invites you to join our team as an Aerospace – Raw Materials Planner at our Mojave facility.

As the Raw Materials Planner you will ensure the effective planning and procurement of raw materials to support manufacturing operations. You will use ERP systems and MRP tools to maintain a steady supply chain flow, collaborate with multiple departments and suppliers, optimize inventory levels, resolve discrepancies, and support continuous improvement initiatives. You will work on‑site and report directly to the Raw Material Operations Manager.

• Plan, schedule, and monitor raw material inventory using ERP and MRP tools to ensure continuous supply for manufacturing.
• Analyze forecasts and usage data to maintain accurate planning parameters and update them to the site standards.
• Promptly release purchase orders to approved suppliers, ensuring confirmations and documentation.
• Use raw material cards for supplier information and monitor supplier performance, addressing issues as needed.
• Collaborate with Sourcing, S&T, receiving, finance, and quality teams to resolve discrepancies, support material disposition, and complete corrective actions.
• Participate in Material Review Team meetings and manage aged materials with Inventory Control.
• Build strong cross‑functional relationships, contribute to process improvements, uphold 5S standards, and ensure compliance with safety and quality policies.

• High school diploma or equivalent (required). Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems and material requirements planning tools.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret forecasting and usage data.
• Knowledge of supply chain management, procurement processes, and inventory control.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Only U.S. Citizens, green‑card holders, and political asylum seekers or refugees are eligible to apply.

Base salary: $68,000.00 – $75,000.00 annually. Salary is based on experience, qualifications, and departmental pay equity.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance completing your application due to a disability, please email

Benefits: health insurance, retirement plans, dental/vision insurance, family leave, life and disability insurance. Additional benefits may be discussed by a recruiter during the hiring process.