Material Planning Analyst

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.Job SummaryTo support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Material Planning Analyst located in Milpitas CA.Reporting to the Materials Planning Managerthe Material Planning Analyst role involves maintaining materials/purchasing data, supplying data and information to other production departments, coordinating contracts, maintaining Certificates of Conformance for all suppliers, and creating and maintaining outsources parts schedules. Run Clear to Build using Kinaxis (Rapid Response) for the build plan. Resolve material shortages MRB management and disposition. E&O maintenance and analysis. Facilitate revenue and ITO goalsHere is a glimpse of what you’ll do:Assists in auditing data for accuracy and preparing summary reports, spreadsheets, graphics and charts based on the research of data.May assist in the preparation of recommendations to management based on the research of data.Collects, compiles, and presents various types of data.Prepares summary reports, spreadsheets, and charts based on research of data from multiple sources, which may include but will not be limited to customer bills of material reports, staff metrics, PPV metrics, and PPV form tracking.May create and/or maintain databases with the help of data collection.Audits data. Resolves data integrity issues, including but not limited to quotations.Proactively identifies and escalates potential issues related to metrics.Where applicable, suggest process/communication improvements related to metric tracking activities.Tracks materials financial performance and initiate corrective actions when required.Daily review of RMA transactions.Create weekly purchase orders including all client parts.Receive data entry for clients.Update content list and item master.Prepare DPT packing list for LCAD repairing.Window to client material (consigned parts) supply.Window to client bulk RMA service.Specialized Job may be required for certain positions. These could include one or more of the following duties: May hold up inventory control, supply chain management, material planning and scheduling.Develop commodity spend profiles/breaks-downs: guide time profiling, inventory positioning, and site execution to price.Establish common pricing research tools.Provide detailed bill of materials research by site.Perform general reporting and activities for score carding of suppliers.Validate site pricing through implementation of a common cost review and pricing process.Assist in the supply chain transfer and risk management for NPI.Provide PPV targeting, tracking and asset speed.Design, manage and control all data research toolsHere is some of what you’ll need:Bachelor degree in related field or equivalent experience.7 years of experience in materials or related fields.Expected MRP & MRB experienceBOM Knowledge ExpectedBackground in electronics manufacturing is desired.#LI-YV1EA1EA42SS26AA01CH12MS14CC11EC37JS21What you'll receive for the great work you provide:Full range of medical, dental, and vision plansLife InsuranceShort-term and Long-term DisabilityMatching 401(k) ContributionsVacation and Paid Sick TimeTuition Reimbursement Application Deadline:Applications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume.Job Posting Start Date 08-10-2026 Job Posting End Date 10-10-2026 The base pay range for this position is provided below. The final base rate offered will be determined using job-related, non-discriminatory criteria, including but not limited to experience, qualifications, geographic location, education, external market data, and internal equity.$93,000.00 USD - $127,900.00 USD AnnualJob CategoryGlobal Procurement & Supply ChainRelocation: Not eligibleIs Sponsorship Available?NoFlex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email View email address on click.appcast.io and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).SummaryLocation: USA, CA, MilpitasType: Full time