BAE Systems is seeking a Materials Planner II to join its organization.

Responsibilities:

• Plans, schedules and guides the efficient movement of material from receiving or the warehouse to production.
• Develop raw material and scheduling requirements from engineering specifications and production schedules to plan and direct material movement with purchasing, warehouse, and production.
• Interface with internal customers and collaborate cross functionally to drive problem resolution and process changes to improve material on time delivery to the floor.
• Negotiate lead times with suppliers and maintain schedule to ensure on-time delivery.
• Assist tracking of material shortages for job orders, kitting, and sub-assemblies based on requirements and/or shift hand-off.
• Plan and execute production schedules to ensure a controlled flow of conforming material to meet delivery requirement.
• Balance current and future production plans with manufacturing and program to ensure completion of customer requirements.
• Establish, monitor, and verify Oracle ASCP system parameters, including buffers and inventory levels by performing audits of line side material.
• Review, action, and resolve material exception messages in advance of production impact.

• High School Diploma with 2+ years' work experience, or equivalent experience.

• Experience to comprehend complex problems and to collaborate and explore alternative solutions; aptitude to understand opposing points of view on intricate issues and to negotiate and integrate different viewpoints.

• Strong planning, time management, multitasking and organization credentials.

• Able to represent organization as a prime contact on assigned program(s) and projects.

• Experience to independently exercise discretion and independent judgment while complying with policies, procedures, appropriate practices, and applicable MMAS regulations and protocol.

• Sound interpersonal skills used when interfacing interpersonally and in group settings, coordinating and collaborating with peers, stakeholders and internal customers.

• Knowledge of how to operate a computer and discern and assess charts, graphs, reports and/or other forms of written or graphical communication with a proficiency in use of Microsoft tools (Word, Excel, and Access).

• Experience to develop and maintain professional and effective relationships with internal and external customers.

• Knowledge of how to organize and prioritize work schedules on both a short-term & long-term basis, both for self and others.

• Experience to compute, analyze and interpret complex numerical and/or statistical data for forecasting or reporting purposes.

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services Posting
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.

• Lean Process Improvement Exposure.

• CPIM or APICS Certification.

• Proven Analytical skills with use of Power BI, Power Pivot, Excel.

Benefits Information
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.

Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).