Materials Planning Supervisor

Precision Castparts Corp. •

Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Position Type: Permanent

Job Description:

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability – not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Job Description

Summary

As the Supervisor, Materials Planning you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating the materials planning processes within an aerospace processing environment. This role involves managing a team of materials specialists and shipping and receiving employees and collaborating with various departments to ensure timely and efficient supply chain operations. Scheduling and communication with customer base to meet OTD goals as well as overseeing/leading production control.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership
- Lead and manage a team of material specialists, providing guidance, support, and training as needed.
- Foster a collaborative and proactive team culture focused on achieving production goals.

Materials Planning & Production Control
- Develop and implement materials/planning/production control strategies to optimize production demands.
- Plan/schedule and support execution of customer orders.
- Monitor and analyze demand forecasts, production schedules, and WIP inventory levels to ensure alignment with business objectives.
- Coordinate with production, procurement, and logistics to ensure timely production, material availability, and customer OTD.

Supplier/Customer Collaboration
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with supplier/customers to ensure a reliable and efficient supply chain. Give status updates upon request.
- Collaborate with procurement teams to negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers/customers.
- Monitor customer/supplier performance and address any issues that may impact delivery.

Continuous Improvement
- Identify opportunities for process improvement within the materials scheduling function.
- Implement best practices and efficiency improvements to enhance overall supply chain performance.
- Stay abreast of industry trends and technologies to recommend and implement innovative solutions.

Communication and Reporting
- Provide regular reports and updates on scheduling metrics, performance, and issues to management.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to communicate any potential customer disruptions and propose mitigation strategies.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor&39;s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or a related field strongly preferred.
Proven experience in materials planning within the aerospace industry.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
In-depth knowledge of supply chain processes, inventory management, and procurement.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in using materials planning software and ERP systems.
Familiarity with aerospace regulations and quality standards strongly preferred.
Experience with Lean or Six Sigma methodologies strongly preferred.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To be qualified to work in this facility, a successful applicant must be a U.S. Person, as defined in those regulations, and able to supply evidence of that qualification prior to starting work or be authorized to receive controlled information under a specific license or permission from the relevant government agency. The U.S. export control regulations define a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. &39;Green Card Holder&39;), and certain categories of Asylees and Refugees.

Job Ident #: 14840

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Materials Planning Supervisor

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