AEVEX · 3 hours ago
Material Planning Manager
Tampa, Florida, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expAEVEX is a company that supports the U.S. national security mission by providing aviation and analysis solutions. The Material Planning Manager is responsible for leading material planning activities to ensure uninterrupted production and on-time customer delivery, overseeing demand planning alignment, material availability, and inventory optimization.
AerospaceAir TransportationInformation ServicesSoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop and execute material plans to support production schedules, customer demand, and business objectives
Ensure timely availability of raw materials, components, and subassemblies to support manufacturing and program requirements
Monitor and optimize inventory levels to balance service levels, cash flow, and storage constraints
Establish and maintain safety stock policies and planning parameters
Translate production schedules and forecasts into accurate material requirements using MRP/ERP systems
Identify and mitigate material constraints, shortages, and risks to production continuity
Partner with Procurement and Material Program Managers to manage lead times, capacity constraints, and material availability
Work cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and Finance to resolve material issues and support program execution
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance material planning accuracy, efficiency, and visibility
Support ERP/MRP system enhancements, data accuracy initiatives, and planning tool implementations
Prepare and present material planning metrics, risks, and mitigation plans to leadership
Analyze trends and root causes related to inventory performance and material shortages
Support financial planning and budgeting activities related to inventory and material spend
Perform other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Strong working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics)
Experience in a manufacturing or regulated production environment
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Strong background in continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma)
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, Engineering, or related field
10+ years of experience in material planning, supply chain, or manufacturing operations
5+ years of people management or team leadership experience
Experience managing materials in a complex, multi-product or program-based environment
Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required
Preferred
Master's degree or professional certification (CPIM, CSCP, PMP) preferred
Experience with S&OP / IBP processes
Benefits
401(k)-retirement plan
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company
Professional development funds
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees
Company
AEVEX
AEVEX designs and delivers autonomous precision strike systems to dominate the modern battlespace.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2020-03-01Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Brian Raduenz
Founder and Executive Chairman
Recent News
2025-10-29
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