Manufacturing Planning & MRP Implementation Lead - 1617
About The Position
Scientific Applications & Research Associates, Inc. (SARA) is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Planning & MRP Implementation Lead to build and lead the company's production planning capability. This role involves transitioning from spreadsheet-based manufacturing planning to a fully integrated MRP environment. The position offers a unique opportunity to design, implement, and own the manufacturing planning function from the ground up. The successful candidate will lead the configuration and deployment of ERP manufacturing planning functionality by establishing production planning processes, developing manufacturing master data, configuring planning parameters, and creating a sustainable planning system. Following implementation, this individual will own day-to-day production planning and scheduling while continuously improving manufacturing planning processes, inventory performance, and schedule execution.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field (relevant job experience may be considered in lieu of degree)
- 10 – 12 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with a focus on Production scheduling, Supply chain coordination, Logistics or operations planning
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Cost Point, or similar platforms
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Microsoft Excel
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Experience with inventory planning and production forecasting
- US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain DoD/DoW security clearance
- May require Moderate physical effort, including standing, sitting, and use of hands while performing duties, and carrying or lifting up to 40 pounds
Nice To Haves
- 12 – 15 years of relevant experience
- Active DoD Secret or Top Secret clearance
- APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) preferred
- 10+ Aerospace/Defense electronics equipment production experience
- Experience using Deltek Costpoint Manufacturing ERP and MRP system
Responsibilities
- Lead the implementation of Deltek Costpoint Manufacturing and MRP planning capabilities
- Transition manufacturing planning from spreadsheet-based scheduling to an integrated MRP-driven planning environment
- Configure and validate planning related parameters (e.g. Lead Times, Safety Stock…)
- Develop planning logic that accurately reflects manufacturing capacity and material flow
- Validate MRP outputs and continuously refine planning parameters
- Develop executable production schedules
- Balance production priorities across multiple manufacturing programs
- Monitor schedule adherence and resolve production bottlenecks
- Review production station availability, labor bandwidth, and maintenance schedules to balance workloads and prevent idle time
- Monitor material availability from purchasing, thru to the production line
- Develop standardized routing structures
- Create planning standards that support long-term scalability
- Develop and monitor production planning related KPIs
- Analyze production data, inventory trends, and operational metrics to identify bottlenecks and implement process improvements
- Collaborate with production supervisors and management to resolve scheduling conflicts and operational disruptions
- Ensure compliance with company safety policies, quality standards, and manufacturing procedures
- Prepare reports and communicate production status, delays, and performance metrics to leadership
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost savings, productivity, and efficiency enhancement
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance; and other supplemental programs
- A generous PTO program (vacation, sick, holiday)
- Tuition & certification reimbursement
- Flexible work schedules
- Discretionary Employee bonuses
- 401(k) match/profit sharing
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
