Lead, Planning & Fulfillment
About The Position
The Planning and Fulfillment Lead is based onsite at Rocket Lab’s global headquarters in Long Beach, California. The role leads Planners and/or Coordinators/Expeditors and ensures the efficient flow of materials to meet production demands and company objectives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. It oversees demand, supply, and fulfillment planning; maintains accurate material and product data in the ERP system; and provides visibility into material positions for internal stakeholders. The position works closely with production, Strategic Sourcing, Quality, and other teams, while coordinating with suppliers to support timely delivery and resolve material issues.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of experience and a bachelor’s degree, or equivalent work experience totaling at least 9 years.
- Proficiency in ERP and MRP systems for material planning and management.
- Strong knowledge of material planning fundamentals, including master data management, BOM management, and planning release and fulfillment processes.
- Experience producing material line-of-balance reports and conducting clear-to-build reviews.
- Proficiency in MS Office, mathematics, and statistical analysis for data reporting.
- Experience working in the aerospace industry.
- U.S. citizenship is required due to program requirements.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- A team-oriented mindset and ability to multitask and meet multiple deadlines.
- Experience in aerospace, EV automotive, or other disruptive manufacturing industries.
- Familiarity with AS9100 standards and U.S. export controls (ITAR and EAR).
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
- Experience managing obsolete and end-of-life products.
- Proficiency in SQL.
Responsibilities
- Lead a team of Planners and/or Coordinators/Expeditors.
- Oversee demand, supply, and fulfillment planning within the MRP system.
- Maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs), parts, and master data in the ERP system.
- Update demand to reflect Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and New Product Introductions (NPIs).
- Provide visibility into material positions using line-of-balance, material shortage, and clear-to-build reports.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve company-wide goals.
- Monitor on-time delivery of purchased items and escalate delays or issues to Strategic Sourcing and Quality teams as needed.
- Manage obsolete and end-of-life products to minimize unusable inventory.
- Foster positive supplier relationships to support smooth communication and collaboration.
- Escalate cost or quality concerns to Strategic Sourcing and Quality teams for resolution.
- Align demand, supply, and fulfillment planning with production schedules.
- Communicate material status and updates to relevant stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures related to procurement and material planning.
Benefits
- Company stock as part of total compensation.
- Employee Stock Purchase Program with a 15% discount on company stock.
- Medical plans, including HMO, PPO, and a zero-cost HDHP option with a company HSA contribution.
- Dental and vision coverage.
- Paid vacation and sick time.
- 11 paid holidays.
- Flexible spending and dependent care accounts.
- Paid parental leave.
- Disability and life insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Subsidized EV charging.
- Onsite fitness centers where available.
- Discounted gym memberships.
- Complimentary snacks and beverages.
- 50% employee discount on the company merchandise store.
- Other employee discounts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
