Material Planner

Company: GENERAL ATOMICS
Location: El Cajon
Posted on: November 12, 2021

Job Description:

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Reviews, evaluates and approves MRP requirements, purchase requisitions, and inventory transfers to ensure project and production requirements are met. Reviews cycle count results and resolves inventory discrepancies.Analyzes and resolves obsolete and excess inventory issues, some of which may be highly complex. Reviews and analyzes ABC codes and order policies of parts.Reviews, analyzes, and resolves conflicts in supply and demand, and investigates as required. Presents findings and innovative solutions to management.Develops reports and procedures for inventory monitoring and control. Coordinates with IT in developing inventory data collection reports.Develops and implements inventory control programs to ensure project (s) and production requirements are met on time and within budget.Reviews, evaluates, and updates inventory control policy and procedures.Analyzes and maintains sufficient inventory levels to meet production, Hi-time and repair requirements, while maintaining inventory level in accordance with management guidelines.Analyzes cycles count results and investigates discrepancies outside the specific tolerances.Reviews and analyzes inventory issues and receipts transactions and safety stock requirements.Reviews and evaluates Economic Order Quantity calculation.Analyzes and processes inventory write off of inventory obsolescence.Consults on strategic material planning by applying knowledge of business and management principles.Reviews information to develop, evaluate, and implement creative solutions to highly complex problems.Functions in an advisory or leadership role and provides direction and guidance to less experienced staff.Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information. Other duties as assigned or required.We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.Job Qualifications:Job Qualifications:Typically requires a bachelor's degree in business administration or related field along with ten or more years of related experience in inventory planning and control. Equivalent professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education.Must possess an extensive understanding of inventory planning and control standards, practices, concepts, and principles, along with a thorough and detailed knowledge of computer based manufacturing systems and MRP.Must be customer focused and possess:the ability to identify issues, analyze and interpret data and develop solutions to a variety of unusually complex problems; excellent organization skills to maintain flow of work within the unit; excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to interface with all levels of internal employees and external customers and to accurately document and report information; the ability to initiate, plan, and manage projects; and,the ability to represent the company as a knowledgeable resource on projects. The ability to work both independently and lead in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours as required.

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