Production Planning & Inventory Control Manager

Moog Inc.•Aurora, IL

3d•$145,000 - $180,000•Onsite

About The Position

Moog’s Military Aircraft Group is seeking a Production Planning & Inventory Control Manager to lead the site’s sales and operations planning process, inventory governance, and planning procedures. Reporting to the Director of Quality & Business Excellence, this role sets the strategic vision for the site planning organization and works onsite in East Aurora, New York. The manager leads capacity planners and inventory analysis staff while partnering with functions across the organization. The position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business discipline and at least 5 years of relevant experience.
Progressive levels of accountability and responsibility in an operations and/or manufacturing environment.
At least 7 years of leadership experience.
Experience leading, developing, and coaching high-performing teams in a multi-level organization.
Ability to lead through influence and partner with cross-functional teams to develop and deliver tactical and strategic plans that achieve operational objectives.
Ability to lead effectively through organizational changes.
Continuous improvement mindset and a track record of enacting lean manufacturing strategies and implementing process improvements.
Critical-thinking skills to analyze complex situations, identify key issues, and develop innovative, practical solutions.
Strategic thinking and a proven ability to develop and execute innovative plans that deliver measurable results and align with organizational goals.
Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and manage timelines and budgets.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

CPIM or APICS certification.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of direct-reporting capacity planners and inventory analysts, demonstrating Moog’s culture and values while working cross-functionally with operations, engineering, human resources, cost accounting, lean, quality, and supply chain.
Support development and deployment of material planning strategies based on current workload, future growth, and new product introductions to ensure proper inventory management.
Develop and implement tools, processes, training aids, and standard work to drive continuous improvement within the site’s materials functions.
Lead and facilitate cross-functional Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) meetings to align demand forecasts, supply plans, and business objectives and support data-driven decisions and collaboration.
Collaborate with Information Technology to enhance and optimize inventory dashboards, improving visibility, data accuracy, and actionable decision-making insights.
Own and govern part parameter data in Moog business systems to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with engineering, supply chain, and operational requirements.
Manage and execute weekly inventory governance processes, monitor operational performance, escalate issues effectively, and drive continuous improvement.

Benefits

Great compensation package and bonus opportunities.
Matching 401(k).
Employee Stock Purchase Plan at select locations.
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
Flexible paid time off and holidays.
Parental leave program.
Relocation assistance.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, Employee Assistance Plan, and supplemental benefit coverage.
Tuition assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development, and personal growth programs.
Employee Resource Groups and team-building activities.
At some sites, an on-site wellness center, walking trails, and employee engagement activities.