Manager, Material Planning

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting‑edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years. ABOUT THE JOB Anduril’s Planning team is seeking a Material Planning Manager. The Planning team is responsible for planning material and builds to support rapidly iterating and building of cutting‑edge defense hardware, including static equipment, mobile ground equipment, and flight vehicles. This role manages all aspects of material planning, from forecasting and procurement to inventory control and supplier management, and works closely with Procurement, Manufacturing, Logistics, and other departments to develop robust material plans that align with production demands and financial targets. The Material Planning Manager must understand manufacturing processes, possess strong analytical skills, and manage complex data to ensure material availability, optimize inventory investment, and minimize excess. WHAT YOU’LL DO Develop and implement material planning strategies to ensure continuous supply and optimal inventory levels. Oversee the Material Requirements Plan (MRP) processes and adjust plans as necessary to address production needs. Coordinate with Procurement, Manufacturing, and Logistics to ensure timely delivery and availability of materials. Analyze and forecast material needs based on production schedules, historical usage patterns, and future demand projections. Lead cross‑functional efforts to resolve material shortages, expediting when necessary to prevent production delays. Implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy within the material planning function. Monitor inventory levels and take corrective actions to address discrepancies and avoid excess or obsolete stock. Provide regular reporting on material status, risks, and performance metrics to key stakeholders and management. Support new product introductions by ensuring material availability in line with project timelines. Collaborate with the Supply Chain team to optimize overall planning processes and contribute to achieving the company's financial and operational goals. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business field. 8+ years of experience in supply chain or production within a fast‑paced manufacturing environment with complex mechanical and/or electrical assemblies. 1+ year of experience managing a direct team. Ability to own complex value chains from start to finish, coordinating between multiple internal parties to ensure on‑time deliveries and quality standards. Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle, NetSuite, and CRM systems like Salesforce. Willingness to take substantial responsibility across supply chain, logistics, engineering, and supply planning functions with a bias toward speed and accuracy. Strong technical expertise, including reading technical documentation, drawings, and CAD data, and understanding hardware manufacturing processes for electronics and structures. Ability to travel up to 25% of the time. Ability to relocate if not already local to Asheville, OH. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Master’s degree or higher education. Strong experience with SQL databases and building custom queries for production and inventory metrics. Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Qlikview. Knowledge of supply chain planning systems like Blue Yonder and best practices in demand planning, inventory management, and S&OP. Experience with lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, Six Sigma principles, and big data evaluation techniques. Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. TS clearance. US Salary Range $99,000 - $131,000 USD The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on experience, education, skills, and business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in most full‑time offers and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Anduril offers top‑tier benefits for full‑time employees, including comprehensive, competitive benefits at little to no cost to employees. As set forth in Anduril Industries’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr