Materials Planner II (On-Site)

Job description

Job ID: 114926 DRS RADA Technologies, a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is focused on proprietary radar solutions and legacy avionics systems supporting the defense industry globally. The company is a global pioneer of AESA tactical radars for active military protection, counter-drone applications, critical infrastructure protection, and border surveillance. Job Summary We are a fast growing business and are looking to expand out team! The successful candidate will have a high attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in an fast changing environment. Job Responsibilities Analyze MRP/ERP reports daily to identify net material requirements, review action messages and release purchase requisitions Release of purchase requisitions to fulfill demand forecasts and master production schedule. Provide daily shortage visibility and impact analysis to Production Planner, Operations Leaders Create and maintain all “intercompany” purchase orders, maintain daily communication with intercompany counterparts Support, communicate and defend the mission, values and culture of the company Support Kanban or Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs where applicable Review/Analyze cycle count reports from warehouse team to highlight any critical components variances that will impact production Collaborate with procurement to expedite or defer orders proactively based on changes to production schedules Monitor actual material costs incurred to date against total estimated project budget Track committed costs to project (Open Purchase Orders and Supplier Agreements) Align delivery of high value components with the project “Cost to Cost/Percent Complete” targets Serve as backup/cross-coverage for peer planners and buyers as needed Maintain audit-ready records and support internal/external and customer audits Support, communicate and defend the mission, values and culture of the company Qualifications Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 3 years demonstrated experience, or a combination of education and on the job experience. Solid understanding of business processes and functional inter-relationships Strong background in project material management Extensive experience in production planning Skilled in the use of Excel, Excel Pivot Tables, Power Point, Word, as well as Sharepoint Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment. The salary range for this position is ($60,051/year- $90,000). This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage. Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. *Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.