S&OE Production and Material Planner

SIOP S&OE Production And Material Planner

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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.

We invite you to join our team as a SIOP S&OE Production and Material Planner, a critical role supporting our manufacturing operations and ensuring the reliable delivery of high-quality aerospace products. In this position, you will contribute directly to the performance of our Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) process and daily Sales & Operations Execution (S&OE). You will help drive the alignment of demand, supply, and production plans that enable our operations to meet customer commitments with precision.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical professional with strong expertise in SAP Production Planning (PP) and Materials Management (MM), coupled with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams. This is an opportunity to join a team dedicated to operational excellence, disciplined problem-solving, and continuous improvement throughout our production value stream.

What You Will Do:

• Planning & Scheduling: Develop, maintain, and monitor production schedules and material requirements plans (MRP) to support customer demand, operational readiness, and efficient resource utilization.
• MRP Management: Oversee SAP MRP activities to ensure timely procurement of materials and components, preventing shortages and minimizing excess inventory.
• Material Management: Maintain consistent material availability, manage inventory levels, and coordinate with Supply Chain and Operations to support uninterrupted manufacturing flow.
• SIOP Collaboration: Support the SIOP cycle by partnering with Operations, Marketing, Sourcing, Engineering, and Supply Chain to develop an integrated and executable demand and supply plan.
• Forecast & Demand Alignment: Review demand forecasts, reconcile them with capacity and material availability, and address potential imbalances proactively.
• Inventory Control: Monitor and optimize inventory of raw materials and finished goods; manage obsolete or slow-moving items and maintain adherence to inventory targets.
• Performance Analysis: Track and analyze KPIs tied to production, materials, and inventory performance, implementing improvements where needed.
• Cross-Functional Communication: Coordinate with Manufacturing Operations, Procurement, Logistics, Quality, and Engineering to ensure seamless execution of plans and timely issue resolution.
• SAP Expertise: Utilize SAP to execute material planning, production order creation, inventory analysis, and ensure system data integrity.
• Issue Resolution: Identify risks including shortages, bottlenecks, and disruptions; develop and implement recovery and mitigation plans with cross-functional partners.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive enhancements to planning processes, material flow, and system accuracy to strengthen operational performance.
• Reporting & Analysis: Prepare and present planning, performance, and service-level reports to support leadership decision-making.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years' experience
• Proven experience in production and material planning within a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially advanced Excel functions (pivot tables, XLOOKUPs, etc.).

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Proficiency in SAP PP and MM modules, including end-to-end MRP functionality.
• Demonstrated skills in data analysis, forecasting, and inventory management.
• Experience with Sales and Operations Planning (SIOP) practices is strongly preferred.
• Experience working in aerospace or other highly regulated industries.
• Problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional operational environment.
• Strong analytical judgment, attention to detail, and time-management capability
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for collaboration across diverse teams.

What We Offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance,?critical illness?insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more!