Materials Planner
About The Position
1X is building humanoid robots that work in any space humans exist with the mission to create an abundance of labor. This role is within the Supply Chain team, which ensures that every part NEO needs is in the right place, at the right time, and in the right quantity as 1X moves from building robots to shipping them at scale. The Materials Planner will own the material plan that keeps NEO production running by translating the build schedule into a reliable, time-phased supply plan for their commodities. The goal is to ensure the right parts arrive exactly when they are needed, preventing production line stoppages and minimizing excess inventory.
Requirements
- 3-5 years of materials planning, production planning, or supply planning experience in a manufacturing environment (hardware, electronics, automotive, aerospace, or similar).
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Hands-on experience running MRP in an ERP system (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle).
- Advanced Excel / Google Sheets skills (pivot tables, lookups, building planning models).
- Working knowledge of BOM structures, lead-time management, and inventory control fundamentals.
- MRP fluency and systems thinking.
- Proactive problem-solving skills.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Clear, direct communication skills.
- Ability to thrive in change.
- High ownership and attention to detail.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting an NPI-to-production ramp at a hardware startup or high-growth company.
- Experience planning electromechanical components such as motors, actuators, PCBAs, batteries, and machined or injection-molded parts.
- APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM or CSCP).
- Experience with global suppliers, including Asia-based supply chains and long-lead components.
- Familiarity with PLM systems (e.g., Arena, Duro) and engineering change processes.
- Exposure to SQL, Python, or BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Looker) for planning analytics.
Responsibilities
- Own the material plan that keeps NEO production running.
- Translate the build schedule into a reliable, time-phased supply plan for commodities.
- Ensure the right parts arrive exactly when they are needed, preventing shortages and excess inventory.
- Maintain accurate MRP data, including BOMs, lead times, lot sizes, safety stock, and on-hand balances.
- Manage inventory health within targets, including inventory turns and excess/obsolete exposure.
- Improve supplier on-time, in-full delivery through clear forecasts, accurate POs, and timely expedite/de-expedite actions.
- Execute engineering changes (ECOs) with clear phase-in/phase-out plans and minimal scrap.
- Provide a weekly clear-to-build and shortage view for Manufacturing and leadership.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Generous paid time off, company holidays, and parental leave
- 401(k) plan with company match (100% on the first 3% of contributions, 50% on the next 2%)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) options
- Commuter benefits (transit and parking)
- Short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, financial, and personal support
- Onsite snacks and catered lunches
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
