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Anduril Industries · 9 hours ago

Planning Program Manager

Costa Mesa, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$100K/yr - $150K/yr

6+ years exp

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. The Planning Program Manager will oversee inventory forecasting and optimization for Anduril's hardware portfolio, ensuring accurate forecasts and effective stocking strategies while managing excess and obsolescence.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop, own, and refine inventory forecasting frameworks

Continuously improve forecast accuracy by digging into data issues, identifying drivers of error (lead time variability, usage assumptions, BOM changes, etc.), and driving corrective actions

Build governance around forecast ownership—ensuring Product, Engineering, Deployment Ops, and Finance align to accurate inventory positions

Track and improve inventory forecast KPIs (accuracy, bias, variance vs. plan)

Translate inventory forecasts into stocking strategies across programs, depots, and suppliers

Define min/max policies, stocking horizons, and ABC segmentation to balance readiness and cost

Align stocking strategies with deployment timelines, cash constraints, and supplier lead times

Monitor and forecast at-risk, slow-moving, and obsolete inventory

Lead proactive mitigation programs: lifecycle reviews, repurpose strategies, and phase-out planning

Partner with Finance on reserves and write-off avoidance programs

Identify drivers of excess inventory and implement reduction strategies tied to forecast discipline

Run inventory health reviews to ensure stock levels are consistently right-sized

Drive continuous improvement programs that lower Days of Inventory, increase turnover, and reduce waste

Partner with Systems and Analytics teams to enhance ERP/planning tools for inventory forecasting

Develop dashboards that highlight forecast accuracy, stocking coverage, E&O exposure, and inventory health

Document and roll out standardized inventory forecasting SOPs across the business

Qualification

Inventory forecastingData analysisERP systemsSupply chain managementProcess rigorBachelor's degreeCross-functional leadership

Required

6+ years' experience in inventory forecasting, supply planning, or inventory management in a hardware/manufacturing environment

Track record of improving inventory forecast accuracy and enforcing business-wide accountability

Strong data analysis skills; able to identify and fix systemic issues impacting inventory forecast reliability

Deep familiarity with ERP and planning systems (SAP, NetSuite, Oracle, or similar)

High ownership, strong cross-functional leadership, and ability to build process rigor in fast-scaling environments

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Engineering, or related field

Eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance

Benefits

Healthcare Benefits

Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.

Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.

Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.

Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.

Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development

Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.

Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.

Retirement Savings Plan

US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.

UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.

AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.