Multifunctional Manufacturing Planner Associate Manager

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WHAT WE’RE DOING

At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems, we're on a mission to drive innovation and uphold the highest standards of business ethics. We believe that by pushing the boundaries of visionary thinking, we can achieve exceptional results. As a Lockheed Martin employee, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in an environment that values integrity and excellence.

You will lead critical material and planning operations that ensure the seamless delivery of advanced mission systems to our customers, directly supporting national security and operational readiness.

THE WORK

As a Multifunctional Manufacturing Planner Associate Manager, you will lead the Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) functions, overseeing make/buy decisions, bill of materials (BOM) planning, and master production scheduling to ensure systemic integrity. You will manage a team responsible for warehousing and shipping logistics, driving inventory optimization to minimize costs and maximize efficiency across the production lifecycle.

Responsibilities include:

• Manage comprehensive manufacturing planning and material management activities to support critical production job functions.

• Oversee the integrity of production systems and drive inventory optimization strategies to reduce costs.

• Lead the recruitment, selection, and training of subordinate employees, ensuring a high-performing team.

• Direct performance assessments, work assignments, and recognition programs in compliance with corporate policies and labor agreements.

• Execute and monitor MRP transactions, including BOM maintenance and master production scheduling.

• Coordinate warehousing and shipping logistics, including receipt, picking, and outbound procedures.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, procurement, and operations to resolve bottlenecks and improve throughput.

• Implement lean and continuous improvement methodologies, such as Six-Sigma or Kaizen, to enhance process efficiency.

• Guide the organization through major change initiatives, such as ERP implementations or process transformations.

• Translate high-level business objectives into actionable operational plans to meet customer demands.

• Mentor talent within a union-represented environment to foster a culture of accountability and professional growth.

Please Note: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

WHO YOU ARE

You are a strategic leader with a deep technical mastery of MRP systems and a proven ability to guide cross-functional teams through complex operational challenges. You excel at blending analytical problem-solving with strong interpersonal skills to drive efficiency and maintain high standards of production integrity.

A level 4 employee typically has 5+ years of professional experience.

WHY JOIN US

In this role you will have the opportunity to shape the operational backbone of our manufacturing processes and lead a skilled team in delivering mission-critical technology. Your leadership will directly influence the agility and reliability of our supply chain.

Our benefits are built to match the caliber of your work. Reliable, high performing, and mission ready. You’ll enjoy world class resources, mentorship, continuous learning, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work life balance—all within a culture that values innovation, integrity, and collaboration.

Basic Qualifications

• Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related technical field.

• Professional Experience

  • 5 + years of hands‑on experience in manufacturing planning, material management, or production control within a medium‑ to large‑scale production environment.
  • Minimum 2 years of proven supervisory or people‑management experience, preferably overseeing union‑represented teams (e.g., stockroom, kitting, production control).
  • Direct experience working with Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) covering Make/Buy decisions, BOM maintenance, Master Production Scheduling, and inventory/warehouse transactions.

• Technical Competency

  • Demonstrated ability to maintain data integrity in MRP/ERP modules and to execute/monitor inventory‑optimization processes.
  • Working knowledge of warehousing and shipping logistics, including receipt, put‑away, picking, and outbound shipping procedures.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and reporting tools; familiarity with data‑visualization software is advantageous.

• Leadership & Interpersonal Skills

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively direct, coach, and evaluate a diverse, union‑represented workforce.
  • Experience conducting recruitment, selection, onboarding, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions in compliance with labor agreements and corporate policies.
  • Ability to collaborate cross‑functionally with engineering, quality, procurement, and operations teams to resolve production issues and drive continuous improvement.

• Analytical & Problem‑Solving Ability

  • Solid analytical mindset with the capacity to interpret production data, identify bottlenecks, and propose cost‑effective inventory and scheduling solutions.
  • Familiarity with lean or continuous‑improvement methodologies (e.g., 6S, Kaizen) to support process efficiency initiatives.

• Security & Eligibility

  • Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain required government security clearance.

• Additional Requirements

  • Ability to work flexible hours to meet production demands and to travel between manufacturing or warehouse locations as needed.
  • Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and compliance standards in a manufacturing setting.

Desired Skills

• Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related technical discipline.
• Proven track record of leading an organization, department, or sizable team through major change initiatives (e.g., ERP/MRP implementation, restructuring, process transformation, Inventory Control Management).
• Demonstrated experience partnering with cross‑functional leaders (Industrial Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, Production Managers (MPMs), Supervisors, and other stakeholders) to plan and execute continuous improvement projects.
• Success in applying lean, Six‑Sigma, or Theory of Constraints methodologies to drive measurable performance gains (cost reduction, lead‑time improvement, inventory optimization).
• Strong strategic thinking and ability to translate high‑level business objectives into actionable operational plans.
• Excellent stakeholder‑management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and align diverse functional groups toward common goals.
• Familiarity with advanced MRP/ERP capabilities (advanced SAP modules, SAP Business Workflow, or equivalent) and data‑driven decision‑making tools.
• Experience developing and mentoring talent within a union‑represented environment, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous learning.