Material Planning Manager

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- ** Material Planning Manager – Onsite
** Fullerton, CA, United States
** Come build something that matters.
** It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who  our top-notch team of approximately 48,000 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT(R), BLACK+DECKER(R), CRAFTSMAN(R), STANLEY(R), CUB CADET(R), and HUSTLER(R).
** The Job:
** As a Material Planning Manager, you’ll be part of our Industrial team working as on-site employee.  You’ll get to:

* Lead materials planning, scheduling, and inventory control activities supporting aerospace manufacturing operations.
* Ensure availability of stainless steel, aluminum, and titanium bar stock and forgings to support machining and production schedules.
* Manage and optimize MRP parameters, including safety stock, lead times, lot sizing, and reorder points.
* Collaborate with procurement, quality, engineering, and production teams to align materials planning with operational priorities.
* Monitor and manage inventory levels to balance production continuity with inventory cost and working capital objectives.
* Analyze demand forecasts, customer orders, and production schedules to ensure timely material availability.
* Coordinate with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery of aerospace-certified materials meeting AMS, ASTM, and customer requirements.
* Ensure full traceability and documentation of raw materials in compliance with AS9100, FAA, and customer traceability requirements.
* Support engineering changes by assessing material impact, availability, and transition planning.
* Lead cycle counting, inventory accuracy initiatives, and continuous improvement programs.
* Develop and present KPIs and performance metrics including inventory turns, on-time delivery, and material availability.

Regulatory & Compliance Responsibilities:
* Ensure compliance with AS9100 quality management standards, customer flow-down requirements, and applicable federal regulations including ITAR and DFARS. Maintain strict material traceability from receipt through finished goods shipment.
** The Person:
** You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not
* Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Operations Management, Engineering, or related field.
* 5+ years of materials planning experience in aerospace or precision metal manufacturing.
* Strong experience planning raw materials including stainless steel, aluminum, and titanium.
* Experience working with bar stock, forgings, and machined aerospace components.
* Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems.
* Experience working under AS9100 quality management systems.
* Ability to work in ITAR-controlled environment (U.S. Person required).
* Experience in California aerospace manufacturing environment preferred.
* APICS CPIM or CSCP certification. (preferred qualifications).
* Experience with aerospace OEM and defense contractor requirements. (preferred qualifications).
* Experience with inventory optimization and lean manufacturing. (preferred qualifications).
* Experience managing planning teams. (preferred qualifications).
* * This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
*** The Details:
** You’ll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan, including:
* Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to…