Material Planner

Material PlannerWe are excited to announce an opening for a Material Planner in our Springfield, VA location! This person will be responsible for supporting the material acquisition plans and must have the ability to work with the programs stakeholders in generating material requirements and providing the necessary support of acquisition plans from start to finish. The Material Planner works closely with internal teams, including production, logistics, procurement and finance, to align procurement planning activities with business needs and resolve issues related to quality, delivery, or payment.Primary Responsibilities:Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as production, logistics, and finance to forecast needs and adjust procurement strategies accordinglyCoordinate forecasts, workload, expediting, and acquisition priority working with broader supply chain organizationManage inventory levels in coordination with internal teams to meet production and operational demandsInitiate procurement requirements/requests and track the status of deliveries to ensure on-time receiptCollaborate with procurement to research, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, service, and reliabilityInteract with vendors to achieve favorable outcomes on procurementsMaintain accurate procurement records including purchases, pricing, and vendor performance dataResolve supplier issues related to delivery delays, quality discrepancies, or invoice/paymentsEnsure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and contractual obligationsCoordinate warranty issues and communicate with manufacturers regarding replacements or repairsMonitor market trends, supplier innovations, and cost drivers to identify opportunities for process or cost improvementBasic Qualifications:Active TS/SCI w/Poly clearance is required.Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field0-2 years of experience in supplier contract management, procurement, or supply chain operations; or a Master's degree with 0-2 years of relevant experienceCandidates with experience in procurement AND/OR a combination of certifications, training, education, or military experience will be considered in lieu of degree.Strong understanding of procurement processes, supplier development, and risk mitigation strategiesExperience in supplier relationship management, supply-base diversity, and cost optimizationStrong communication and analytical skills to influence stakeholders and develop solutions to ambiguous or multifaceted problemsAbility to prioritize multiple tasks and work across multiple systems simultaneouslyAttention to detailProficiency in procurement software or enterprise systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Coupa, CostPoint).Preferred Qualifications:Experience with DFARS, FAR, and Government contract regulatory compliance, particularly in a defense or regulated industryProfessional certifications such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), or NCMA CPCM/CFCMBuying or subcontracting experienceExpertise in project management methodologies and tools (e.g., PMP certification, Agile frameworks)Advanced data analysis capabilities to assess supplier performance, contract risk, and cost efficiencyRobust change management skills and experience driving process improvements within supply chain or procurement functionsExperience working in aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated industries such as EC-DASIf you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.