Supply Chain Planner

Saronic Technologies•Franklin, LA

About The Position

Saronic Technologies is seeking a Supply Chain Planner II to manage and optimize the flow of materials, components, and information for its autonomous surface vessels. The role forecasts demand, manages inventory, and supports production, new product introduction (NPI), and non-steady-state operations. It partners with engineering, procurement, program management, and suppliers to ensure material readiness while balancing cost, risk, and schedule in a dynamic environment. The position also helps maintain supply chain integrity, meet deadlines, and ensure compliance with DoD regulations and standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
At least 5 years of experience in supply chain planning or management, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
At least 1 year of experience with NPI or change-management operations.
Strong knowledge of supply-chain management software such as SAP, Oracle, or similar, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience with supply planning, particularly new product introduction.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, agile environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic startup environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with defense or advanced technology products.
Knowledge of DoD regulations, standards, and compliance requirements for defense-related manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Own and improve end-to-end tactical supply plans for NPI builds, production builds, and/or off-nominal builds.
Translate engineering demand, build schedules, and program milestones into executable material requirements in ERP/MRP systems.
Optimize factory planning parameters, including lead times, lot sizes, safety stock, planning fences, and reorder strategies.
Manage BOM maturity and change execution, assess the material impact of ECOs, manage cut-ins and cut-outs, and minimize excess and obsolete exposure.
Identify and mitigate material-readiness risks related to design instability, supplier capacity, long-lead components, and quality performance.
Maintain accurate master data, including BOMs, routings, planning attributes, and supplier parameters.
Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Procurement to align supply execution with build plans, capacity constraints, and program priorities.
Establish and monitor material-readiness metrics, including shortage tracking, kit completeness, on-time-to-build, supplier OTD, and inventory health.
Lead shortage resolution and recovery management, including root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and supplier coordination.
Develop and implement supply-planning processes, workflows, and system utilization to improve repeatability, scalability, and factory throughput.
Analyze supply-chain performance data, identify bottlenecks, and implement process improvements that balance speed, cost, inventory exposure, and risk.
Ensure compliance with DoD program requirements, audit readiness, and traceability standards through documentation and system controls.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical insurance; Saronic pays 100% of the employee premium and 80% of dependent premiums.
Dental and vision insurance; Saronic pays 100% of the employee premium under the basic plan and 80% of dependent premiums.
Generous paid time off and holidays.
Paid maternity and paternity leave.
Competitive salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses.
401(k) plan with company match.
Stock options.
Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
Discounted pet insurance, including access to a 24/7 telehealth helpline.
Free lunch and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office.