Program Materials Leader

Material Planner

Coordinate and expedite the flow of materials (from suppliers and also within departments) according to production schedules. Plan and schedule material / production needs. Impacts departmental operations and responsible for planning / execution. The role has some autonomy but is focused on execution of activities within an operating discipline covered by standard functional practices and procedures. Some judgment may be required but this is typically with guidance.

Essential Responsibilities :

• Coordinate and execute scheduling activities for assigned part numbers using advanced planning system
• Assure that the shop has the necessary materials, configuration records, manpower, and tooling to meet required manufacturing / production levels
• Coordinate input on material shortages, farm out, and delivery of hardware
• Identify and react to material plans that do not meet customer requirements
• Monitor implementation of corrective action plans
• Provide effective scheduling and implementation of all programs based on the Master Schedule, cycle time, shop capacity, hardware / tooling availability, and status to schedules
• Monitor supply and demand misalignment using advanced planning system, and collaborate with manufacturing sources to implement corrective action plans
• Act as a focal point and monitor assigned areas to ensure hardware and subassemblies delivery dates meet production needs
• Coordinate the efforts of cross-functional groups and across shifts to resolve bottlenecks, parts shortages, machine maintenance, manpower issues, and shop capacity
• Work with shop management to develop hardware delivery commitments
• Assure timely shipments to all customers and prepare and implement work orders and plans as required
• Interface with demand management, shop scheduling, fulfillment team, configuration control, supply sources, customer service reps, and other GE organizations as required
• Maintain accurate traceability for all records created during manufacturing of products and ICR transfers
• Analyze and measure the current production status and identify problem areas that inhibit full schedule realization
• Analyze data to determine opportunities to decrease inventory, improve customer service levels, and reduce total costs

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Compensation Grade : LPB2

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Relocation Assistance Provided : Yes