Manufacturing Planner

Manufacturing PlannerAs a key member of Gogo's Supply Chain organization, the Manufacturing Planner is responsible for orchestrating the master production schedule in alignment with the broader supply chain strategy to ensure the timely delivery of our industry-leading in-flight connectivity products. This role serves as a critical, data-driven liaison among our Sales, Purchasing, Production, Logistics, Engineering, and Quality teams.The ideal candidate is an experienced and analytical planner with a talent for cross-functional collaboration, capable of translating complex sales forecasts and supply chain data into actionable production schedules that directly support customer requirements and company objectives.COME ON BOARD THE GOGO SUPPLY CHAIN TEAM!How will you make a difference?Own and manage the 12-month rolling production plan, translating sales forecasts into a comprehensive strategy for material, capacity, and inventoryDefine and maintain inventory policies, including safety stock levels, reorder points, and lot sizes, to optimize the balance between material availability and working capitalPartner with the Sales organization to align customer demand with production capability, strategically managing order fulfillment priorities and collaboratively developing solutions for order rescheduling or reallocation as requiredProactively analyze material availability against production schedules to identify and mitigate shortage risks before they impact the production lineTranslate the master production schedule into actionable work orders, ensuring manufacturing teams have clear, timely directionBridge the gap between planning and procurement by translating complex ERP-generated requirements and developing simplified tools to ensure the Purchasing team executes purchase orders with accuracy and confidenceDrive daily cross-functional collaboration with shop floor management, logistics, and purchasing teams to align on production priorities, manage schedule changes, and escalate critical issues when necessaryServe as the supply chain lead for Engineering Change Order (ECO) implementation, analyzing impacts and managing the seamless transition of parts and revisions into productionStrategically plan the depletion of outgoing components and the introduction of substitutes to minimize inventory obsolescence and support engineering changesDevelop and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) for production progress, WIP, and inventory levels to drive data-informed decisions and process improvementsOwn the integrity of core planning parameters within the ERP system, such as lead times, bill of materials (BOMs), and item master data, by regularly auditing data and collaborating with Engineering and Purchasing to ensure accuracyQualificationsBachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related analytical field (e.g., Operations Management, Finance, Mathematics) is preferred or equivalent work experience5-7 years of progressive experience in manufacturing planning or supply chain management, preferably within the aviation, electronics, or other highly regulated precision manufacturing environmentsRequired Skills, Talents, & ExperienceExpertise in an enterprise-level ERP system is required, with deep experience in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central highly desired. This includes hands-on experience with loading an MPS, running the MRP engine, configuring planning parameters, and translating the system's output into actionable procurement and production schedulesProven ability to leverage advanced data analysis tools, including expert-level Microsoft Excel and/or Power BI (e.g., Power Query, MCode, DAX, dynamic arrays, tables, and models) for robust planning, reporting, and problem-solvingExpertise in core manufacturing data management, including the creation and maintenance of multi-level Bills of Materials (BOMs), routings, and the associated Engineering Change Order (ECO) processes that govern themExperience operating within a formal Quality Management System (QMS), such as ISO 9001 or AS9100A high degree of initiative and the ability to work independently to solve complex problems with minimal supervisionExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex information to both technical and non-technical stakeholdersPreferred Skills, Talents, & ExperienceRelevant professional certifications such as APICS CPIM (Certified in Planning and Inventory Management) or CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional), highly preferredFamiliarity with other Business Intelligence platforms (e.g., Tableau, Qlik Sense, Looker) or advanced database query languages (e.g., SQL)Experience with formal project management methodologies or tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, Microsoft Project) to track and drive planning-related initiativesWorking knowledge of advanced statistical analysis and demand forecasting methodologies (e.g., time series analysis, regression models)Equal Pay Disclosure(s)Base Pay: 72,000.00 - 90,000.00 USD AnnualTarget Annual Short-Term Incentive: Bonus Plan at 10% (% of Annualized Base Pay)Eligible for Incentive Stock Program: YesBenefits: Gogo offers competitive benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage with plans that can fit each employee's needs. We offer an immediate vesting 401k plan, paid time off and volunteer time off. Employees have the option to participate in an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Visit the Careers page on our website for more information.Gogo is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, working in compliance with both federal and state laws. We are committed to the concept of Equal Employment opportunity.Qualified candidates will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, medical condition, or disability.