Senior Materials Planner

Viasat, Inc.•Carlsbad, CA

15h

About The Position

The Senior Materials Planner plays a pivotal role in coordinating materials for assigned programs. Their responsibilities encompass planning, NPI coordination, and program oversight—from initial concepts to post-production. They handle critical tasks such as CTBs, ETCs, ECOs, BOMs, RFPs, and month-end processes. With expertise in ETO/FAR regulations, they ensure a seamless program flow. If you thrive on mastering sophisticated systems, this role is an ideal fit.

Requirements

4-5+ years of proven experience in an engineering and manufacturing environment or equivalent.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Business Management, Supply Chain Management, or quantitative fields.
In-depth knowledge of MRP, MPS, EAC/ETC, and Clear-to-Build principles.
Proficiency in ERP systems and a passion for continuous improvement.
Understanding of inventory management techniques like Just-in-Time.
Teamwork and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence without direct authority.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.

Nice To Haves

Professional certifications (APICS CPSM/CPIM a plus).
Experience in research and development (R&D) environments.
Familiarity with working with external contract manufacturers.
Problem-solving skills beyond your immediate area.
Experience in multi-functional teams.
Ability to develop sophisticated planning and analysis tools.

Responsibilities

Full ownership of the materials plan for assigned program(s), proactively identifying and closing supply gaps.
Become an authority in Bill of Materials (BOM), Material Requirements Planning (MRP), and Master Production Schedule (MPS) for accurate planning.
Collaborate across departments—from production control to engineering and procurement—to ensure materials needs are met.
Develop solutions to maintain a seamless flow of raw materials, sub-assemblies, and purchased parts.
Partner with engineering and program management to understand the manufacturing and material aspects of builds.
Continuously improve processes and optimize inventory, considering Just-in-Time and other relevant techniques.
Apply data analysis skills to optimize outcomes.