Material Planner 1

Gulfstream • St. Louis, MO

12d • $55,094 - $72,311

About The Position

Under direct supervision, the Material Planner 1 performs planning activities that support Production and Completions requirements within an MRP/ERP environment. The role audits and maintains planning information and part/material attributes in applicable systems and databases, responds to schedule changes and bill of material modifications, and communicates resulting schedule changes to procurement and operations personnel when appropriate. The position may involve working closely with personnel throughout Gulfstream and approved suppliers.

The role establishes material requirements consistent with production rates, supplier lead times, and corporate inventory objectives and policies. It maintains data elements that affect planning and the supply chain, initiates purchase requisitions and orders, coordinates parts expediting, analyzes shortages, monitors excess inventory, prepares inventory and customer-service reports, and generates replenishment schedules and coverage analyses.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Management, Operations Management, or Manufacturing Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions.
• Entry-level position requiring related experience in manufacturing and materials planning or inventory management.
• Extensive PC experience and knowledge of automated systems.
• Effective oral and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to operate personal computers and experience with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Nice To Haves

• SAP experience.
• Advanced analytical skills, including the ability to interpret complex data, identify trends, solve problems, and translate findings into clear, actionable recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Establish material requirements consistent with production rates, supplier lead times, and corporate inventory objectives and policies.
• Maintain data elements that affect planning and the supply chain, including lead times, service levels, and receiving and carrying costs.
• Initiate purchase requisitions and purchase orders for new, unique, and existing items that have reached reorder points.
• Coordinate with Product Support, Manufacturing Engineering, In House Shops, and purchasing to expedite parts in support of Operations and Gulfstream customers.
• Analyze material shortages, determine root causes, and identify corrective actions.
• Monitor and help identify excess inventory; help determine whether it should be redistributed or disposed of, and maintain part disposition records.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports on inventory status and overall customer service levels.
• Generate replenishment schedules and coverage analyses for a buyer or planner, and communicate changes as required.
• Identify components with highly variable demand, analyze options, and prepare recommendations for management approval.
• Follow safety, 6S, and quality requirements in assigned duties.
• Use Lean Manufacturing techniques to maintain the optimum inventory quantity needed to support operations.
• Analyze and resolve issues to maximize customer service at the lowest total cost.
• Interact frequently with personnel in other departments to follow up, expedite, and coordinate parts.
• Develop understanding and experience in Gulfstream Materials processes and procedures, and develop an investigative and analytical mindset.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee assistance plan
• Voluntary programs including adoption assistance, prepaid legal assistance, home and auto insurance, and accident insurance
• Wellness programs
• Paid leave
• Tuition assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level