Production Planner Manager

Job TitleAt RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.What You Will Do:Development and ownership of the inventory plan (Raw, WIP, and Finished Goods) aligned with AOP/SFP objectives, including defining action items to achieve targeted outcomesEnsure on-time delivery (OTD) of materials to production lines (on time starts) and customers by managing planning, staging, and fulfillment processesSupport quarterly analysis of Excess & Obsolete (E&O), PFEP, (Effective Material Planning (EMP) and Entitlement, including the development and execution of resulting action itemsCoordinate with the manufacturing team to manage changes in production priorities or order modificationsChampion continuous improvement for material planning, receiving, storage, staging, and WIP controlAssess workload requirements to ensure adequate staffing is in place to support business operations and facilitate training and development of employeesManage the material strategy to support the New Product Introduction to End of LifeOversee the end-to-end materials process for the site, including planning, detailed scheduling, logistics, and delivery commitment, and lead strategic inventory initiativesAccountable for inventory control (e.g., cycle counting) ensuring stock is maintained at an appropriate level and meet site NITO targetsPlay a key role in the manufacturing automation strategy, material release strategy, handling methods, kitting strategy and material movement methods for all parts from storage location through to final deliverySupport site SIOP reviewsMonitor and report on key metrics for the site, ensuring alignment with organizational goalsManage the execution of production schedules set by Production PlannersManage the coordination of Production Planner engagement across the Product Management Team (PMT): master production schedulers, quality, engineering, purchasing, inventory control, program management leaders and other groups, and remove barriers as they ariseCommunicate any changes or production impacts that affect the aligned production planTrack and report execution metrics such as Schedule adherence and On time to release Production Orders and address root cause corrective action as applicableSummarize and present material availability data for the S&OE horizon to site leadershipMentors, guides, and trains all Production Planners, while setting performance goals aligned with organizational objectivesWhat You Will Learn:Develop expertise in capacity management, identifying and addressing long-term capacity gaps to meet customer demands and support the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning process.Refine your leadership abilities by driving part shortage resolutions, overseeing operations to ensure schedule adherence, and contributing to risk mitigation strategiesMonitor Production Planning processes to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvementsAttend site Tier meetings, support escalation processes, and report on the latest material availability priorities and challenges to execute the production planTrack and report execution metrics (Schedule adherence, On Time to Release Production Orders, Aged WIPEnsure compliance with company policies, materials governance, and audit requirementsResolve escalation of material shortages, bottlenecks, and disruptions; manage the implementation of recovery schedule and mitigation plans with cross-functional teamQualifications You Must Have:Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experienceSAP ExperienceLeadership experienceCapacity Planning experienceU.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contractQualifications We Prefer:Experience driving product flow and on time deliveryProgram management experience, Collins organizational change management experienceSAP GPD/actual cost environment experienceExperience managing teamsWhat We Offer :Medical, dental, and vision insuranceThree weeks of vacation for newly hired employeesGenerous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy optionTuition reimbursement programStudent Loan Repayment ProgramLife insurance and disability coverageOptional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protectionBirth, adoption, parental leave benefitsOvia Health, fertility, and family planningAdoption AssistanceAutism BenefitEmployee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessionsHealthy You Incentives, wellness rewards programDoctor on Demand, virtual doctor visitsBright Horizons, child and elder care servicesTeladoc Medical Experts, second opinion programAnd more!Operations, Supply Chain and EH&S:The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide.Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.Apply now and be part of the team that's redefining aerospace, every day!As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company