Production Planning & Inventory Control Manager

Moog•Buffalo, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Moog’s Military Aircraft Group is seeking a Production Planning & Inventory Control Manager to lead the site’s planning organization. Reporting to the Director of Quality & Business Excellence, this role is responsible for the site’s sales and operations planning process, inventory governance, and planning procedures, and for setting the strategic vision for site planning. The role is onsite in East Aurora, New York. The manager leads direct-reporting capacity planners and inventory analysts, and works cross-functionally with teams including operations, engineering, human resources, cost accounting, lean, quality, and supply chain. The position supports material planning strategies that account for current demand, future growth, and new product introductions, while promoting appropriate inventory management. It also leads S&OP alignment, improves inventory data visibility and accuracy, governs part-parameter data, and drives continuous improvement in materials functions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business discipline.
At least 5 years of relevant experience.
Progressively increasing 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 change.
Continuous-improvement mindset and a track record of applying lean manufacturing strategies and implementing process improvements.
Ability to analyze complex situations, identify key issues, and develop practical, innovative solutions.
Strategic thinking and demonstrated ability to develop and execute innovative plans that produce measurable results aligned 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.
Ability to work onsite in East Aurora, New York.

Nice To Haves

CPIM or APICS certification.

Responsibilities

Set the strategic vision for the site planning organization and oversee sales and operations planning, inventory governance, and planning procedures.
Lead direct-reporting capacity planners and inventory analysts while demonstrating Moog’s culture and values.
Partner cross-functionally with operations, engineering, human resources, cost accounting, lean, quality, supply chain, and other teams.
Develop and deploy material planning strategies based on current load, future growth, and new product introduction to support proper inventory management.
Develop and implement tools, processes, training aids, and standard work to drive continuous improvement in site materials functions.
Lead and facilitate cross-functional Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) meetings to align demand forecasts, supply plans, and business objectives and enable data-driven decisions.
Collaborate with Information Technology to improve inventory dashboards, visibility, data accuracy, and 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, and drive continuous improvement.

Benefits

Compensation package and bonus opportunities.
401(k) matching.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan participation at select locations.
Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts.
Flexible paid time off and holidays.
Parental leave program.
Relocation assistance.
Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan, and supplemental insurance coverage.
Tuition assistance, mentorship and coaching, leadership development, and personal growth programs.
On-site wellness center at this site.
Employee-led Employee Resource Groups, team-building activities, and other employee engagement activities.