Production Planner (Onsite)

RTX•Windsor Locks, CT

2d•$86,800 - $165,200•Onsite

About The Position

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. We invite you to join our team as a SIOP S&OE Production Planner, a critical role supporting our manufacturing operations and ensuring the reliable delivery of high-quality aerospace products. In this position, you will contribute directly to the performance of our Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) process and daily Sales & Operations Execution (S&OE). You will help drive the alignment of demand, supply, and production plans that enable our operations to meet customer commitments with precision. We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical professional with strong expertise in SAP Production Planning (PP) and Materials Management (MM), coupled with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams. This is an opportunity to join a team dedicated to operational excellence, disciplined problem-solving, and continuous improvement throughout our production value stream.

Requirements

University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
Proven experience in production and material planning
Proficiency in SAP modules
Demonstrated skills forecasting, and inventory management.

Nice To Haves

Problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional operational environment.
Analytical judgment, attention to detail, and time-management skills.
Written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially advanced Excel functions such as PivotTables and VLOOKUPs.
Experience working in a manufacturing environment, preferably in aerospace or other highly regulated industries.
Experience with ERP/MRP systems, including end-to-end MRP functionality.
Experience with Sales and Operations Planning (SIOP) practices strongly preferred.
Experience in data analysis.

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and monitor production schedules and material requirements plans (MRP) to support customer demand, operational readiness, and efficient resource utilization.
Oversee SAP MRP activities to ensure timely procurement of materials and components, preventing shortages and minimizing excess inventory.
Maintain consistent material availability, manage inventory levels, and coordinate with Supply Chain and Operations to support uninterrupted manufacturing flow.
Support the SIOP cycle by partnering with Operations, Marketing, Sourcing, Engineering, and Supply Chain to develop an integrated and executable demand and supply plan.
Review demand forecasts, reconcile them with capacity and material availability, and address potential imbalances proactively.
Monitor and optimize inventory of raw materials and finished goods; manage obsolete or slow-moving items and maintain adherence to inventory targets.
Track and analyze KPIs tied to production, materials, and inventory performance, implementing improvements where needed.
Coordinate with Manufacturing Operations, Procurement, Logistics, Quality, and Engineering to ensure seamless execution of plans and timely issue resolution.
Utilize SAP to execute material planning, production order creation, inventory analysis, and ensure system data integrity.
Identify risks including shortages, bottlenecks, and disruptions; develop and implement recovery and mitigation plans with cross-functional partners.
Drive enhancements to planning processes, material flow, and system accuracy to strengthen operational performance.
Prepare and present planning, performance, and service-level reports to support leadership decision-making.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Program, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program