Material Program Planner

Axon•Scottsdale, AZ

36d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join Axon and be a Force for Good. At Axon, we're on a mission to Protect Life. We're explorers, pursuing society's most critical safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software. Like our products, we work better together. We connect with candor and care, seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers, communities and each other. Life at Axon is fast-paced, challenging and meaningful. Here, you'll take ownership and drive real change. Constantly grow as you work hard for a mission that matters at a company where you matter. Your Impact The Material Planner will plan and manage all aspects of material support for their designated products lines by coordinating efforts with Manufacturing, Product, Sales, Sales Operations and Logistics. Specifically, the Material Planner will utilize MRP to load forecasts, review inventory status, manage purchase orders, and work with the Procurement team to expedite material as necessary to support demand requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management or another business-related field
Two or more (2+) years of experience in purchasing, material planning, inventory management, or related position
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (specifically Excel)
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to think strategically and execute tactically
Persistent attention to detail
Join Forces mindset that can influence process change

Responsibilities

Manage inventory levels, both raw material and finished goods, in accordance with the quarterly forecasted demand per product line
Issue purchases orders to align incoming material to support production and demand requirements
Continuously monitor open purchase order lines and hold regular communication with Supply Chain Analysts to drive on-time delivery
Develop production plans and communicate production requirements to Manufacturing teams
Work cross functionally with procurement, receiving, quality, engineering, and other teams to expedite material shortages
Coordinate interdepartmental activity with warehouse, inspection, quality, operations, procurement, engineering, logistics, and program management
Own critical information such as forecasts, incoming deliveries, and projected demand throughout each quarter
Manage MRP inputs (forecasts, minimum & maximum inventory levels, etc.) and outputs (planned purchase orders, planned production orders, etc.)
Become subject matter expert for designated product lines