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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.\nYou 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.\nTHE WORK\nAs 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.\nResponsibilities include:\nManage comprehensive manufacturing planning and material management activities to support critical production job functions.\nOversee the integrity of production systems and drive inventory optimization strategies to reduce costs.\nLead the recruitment, selection, and training of subordinate employees, ensuring a high-performing team.\nDirect performance assessments, work assignments, and recognition programs in compliance with corporate policies and labor agreements.\nExecute and monitor MRP transactions, including BOM maintenance and master production scheduling.\nCoordinate warehousing and shipping logistics, including receipt, picking, and outbound procedures.\nCollaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, procurement, and operations to resolve bottlenecks and improve throughput.\nImplement lean and continuous improvement methodologies, such as Six-Sigma or Kaizen, to enhance process efficiency.\nGuide the organization through major change initiatives, such as ERP implementations or process transformations.\nTranslate high-level business objectives into actionable operational plans to meet customer demands.\nMentor talent within a union-represented environment to foster a culture of accountability and professional growth.\nPlease Note: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.\nWHO YOU ARE\nYou 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.\nA level 4 employee typically has 5+ years of professional experience.\nWHY JOIN US\nIn 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.\nOur 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.\nBasic Qualifications\nEducation\nBachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related technical field. \n\nProfessional Experience\n5 + years of hands-on experience in manufacturing planning, material management, or production control within a medium- to large-scale production environment.\nMinimum 2 years of proven supervisory or people-management experience, preferably overseeing union-represented teams (e.g., stockroom, kitting, production control).\nDirect 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.\n\nTechnical Competency\nDemonstrated ability to maintain data integrity in MRP/ERP modules and to execute/monitor inventory-optimization processes.\nWorking knowledge of warehousing and shipping logistics, including receipt, put-away, picking, and outbound shipping procedures.\nProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and reporting tools; familiarity with data-visualization software is advantageous.\n\nLeadership & Interpersonal Skills\nStrong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively direct, coach, and evaluate a diverse, union-represented workforce.\nExperience conducting recruitment, selection, onboarding, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions in compliance with labor agreements and corporate policies.\nAbility to collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, procurement, and operations teams to resolve production issues and drive continuous improvement.\n\nAnalytical & Problem-Solving Ability\nSolid analytical mindset with the capacity to interpret production data, identify bottlenecks, and propose cost-effective inventory and scheduling solutions.\nFamiliarity with lean or continuous-improvement methodologies (e.g., 6S, Kaizen) to support process efficiency initiatives.\n\nSecurity & Eligibility\nMust be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain required government security clearance.\n\nAdditional Requirements\nAbility to work flexible hours to meet production demands and to travel between manufacturing or warehouse locations as needed.\nDemonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and compliance standards in a manufacturing setting.\n\nDesired Skills\nMaster’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related technical discipline.\nProven 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).\nDemonstrated experience partnering with cross-functional leaders (Industrial Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, Production Managers (MPMs), Supervisors, and other stakeholders) to plan and execute continuous improvement projects.\nSuccess in applying lean, Six-Sigma, or Theory of Constraints methodologies to drive measurable performance gains (cost reduction, lead-time improvement, inventory optimization).\nStrong strategic thinking and ability to translate high-level business objectives into actionable operational plans.\nExcellent stakeholder-management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and align diverse functional groups toward common goals.\nFamiliarity with advanced MRP/ERP capabilities (advanced SAP modules, SAP Business Workflow, or equivalent) and data-driven decision-making tools.\nExperience developing and mentoring talent within a union-represented environment, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous learning.\nPay Information\nFull-Time Salary Range: $100200.00 - $186200.00\nAt Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow-both professionally and personally.\nThe salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.\nBenefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.\nAnnual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. 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