Material Planner - Full-time

Leonardo DRS is a leading supplier of integrated products, services and support to military forces, intelligence agencies and prime contractors worldwide.  Focused on defense technology, we develop, manufacture and support a broad range of systems for mission critical and military sustainment requirements, as well as homeland security.

Headquartered in Arlington, VA, the Company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Leonardo S.p.A. which employs more than 45,000 people worldwide.  We offer a competitive compensation package and a business culture which rewards performance.  Leonardo DRS is committed to being an employer of choice of a highly qualified, diverse, effective and productive workforce.

 

Company Overview

 

DRS Marlo Coil manufactures robust heat transfer, refrigeration, and air handling equipment for industrial, commercial, utility and marine markets.  Our custom engineered heat transfer solutions are used in a variety of configurations to cool, heat, and dehumidify air streams for process and building comfort.  We pride ourselves on having equipment on most surface combatant ships and submarines in the U.S. Navy fleet.  Additionally, DRS Marlo Coil is positioned for significant growth in the Industrial/Commercial markets.

For more information on Leonardo DRS, please visit www.leonardodrs.com, and for more information on our Commercial/Industrial business, please visit: www.marlocoil.com.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage budgets and schedule execution to the baseline.  Identify variances to budgets, forecast plans and opportunities to improve.  Execute baseline changes on labor hour shifting and make/buy.
• Execute project activities to the project scope.  Ensure resources are executing project scope within the required schedule and communicate staffing needs.  Manage overall material receipts schedule to ensure production schedules are maintained.
• Identify and Communicate issues/risks/opportunities to team and plans to improve.  Identify scope changes and work with the team to estimate impact.  Create a forward-looking plan to create purchase requisitions and monitor deliveries to support forecast MRP.
• Spread hours per the execution plan and make adjustments as appropriate
• Support weekly meetings with internal team and periodic meetings with external customer/vendor.  Support monthly reviews as required (IPBR, PMR, etc.) with inputs and backup data.
• Support continuous improvement efforts
• Work with all levels of Supply Chain to ensure best-practice procurement efforts are maintained and followed for each program's unique contract requirements.  Assist other departments in creating program specific reports and other files for executive presentations.
• Understand project requirements and deliverables
• Participate in bidding efforts for new awards
• Assist in project close-out efforts
• Support, communicate and defend the mission, values, and culture of the company

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 3 years demonstrated experience
• Solid understanding of business processes and functional inter-relationships
• Strong background in project material management
• Extensive experience in production planning
• Skilled in the use of Excel, Excel Pivot Tables, Power Point, Word, as well as Sharepoint

U.S. Citizenship or Dual Citizenship required.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. 
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

 

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Our Mission
To build shareholder value through a commitment to high ethical standards and a superior performance culture focused on customers, employees, financial results and corporate citizenship.

Our Vision
To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values
The DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:

- Integrity
- Agility
- Excellence
- Customer Focus
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
- Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.

Leonardo DRS, Inc. is committed
to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We are committed to building a workplace where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. At Leonardo DRS, we believe that a diverse and inclusive environment makes us a stronger Company. We embrace different points of view, respect one another in the workplace, and understand that an inclusive environment furthers creativity, innovation, and business performance.

For additional information on Leonardo DRS, please visit our website at www.leonardodrs.com

Nearest Major Market: St Louis