Material Planning Analyst Security Clearance

Position: Material Requirements Planning Analyst 3 with Security Clearance
Chipton-Ross is seeking a Material Requirements Planning Analyst 3 for a contract opportunity in Dayton, OH. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)
* Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field with 5+ years of progressive experience in production planning, materials management, or supply chain operations; or Master's with 3+ years of likewise experience. 9 years of experience are required in lieu of a degree.

* Experience with SAP ERP in a production environment, including MRP, purchasing, and inventory management modules

* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills with the ability to interpret large datasets and drive data-informed decisions

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to present complex supply chain data to non-technical stakeholders.

* Ability to obtain US Government Secret security clearance POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
* We are looking for a Material Requirements Planning Analyst 3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Aerostructures business unit at located in Dayton, OH.

* The Material Requirements Planning (MRP) Analyst 3 is a highly experienced supply chain professional responsible for leading MRP activities across complex, high-volume manufacturing or distribution environments.

* This role serves as the internal subject matter expert for MRP systems and processes, driving improvements in inventory accuracy, supply continuity, and production efficiency.

* The MRP Analyst 3 is responsible for ensuring the right parts and materials are available, in the correct quantities, at the right time, and in compliance with defense-specific requirements.

* The role coordinates closely with engineering, procurement, production, and logistics to drive on-time delivery while minimizing excess inventory and supporting cost-avoidance initiatives. MRP Planning & Execution
* Own and manage the full MRP planning cycle, including net requirements calculation, planned order generation, and exception message resolution.

* Analyze and maintain MRP master data including bill of materials (BOM), item master parameters, lead times, lot sizes, safety stock levels, and reorder points.

* Monitor MRP output daily, prioritize action messages, and coordinate with buyers and schedulers to ensure timely material availability.

* Develop and maintain planning horizons, freeze periods, and MRP run frequencies aligned with business requirements.

* Lead root cause analysis for material shortages, excess inventory, and planning-related production disruptions, implementing corrective actions. ERP System Management (SAP)
* Serve as a functional user and primary resource for managing SAP MRP planning, material control, procurement, and inventory modules.

* Configure and maintain SAP MRP parameters including planning codes, order policies, lead times, safety stock, and buyer/planner assignments.

* Execute and manage MRP processing runs within SAP, analyze planning exceptions, and coordinate resolution of system-generated action messages.

* Leverage SAP ERP (PP/MM modules) experience where applicable; support system integration, data migration, or dual-environment planning scenarios.

* Collaborate with IT and ERP administrators on system enhancements, patch testing, and implementation of new planning functionality across SAP applications.

* Train and support junior planners on SAP MRP transactions, best practices, and system navigation. Data Analysis & Reporting
* Develop and maintain advanced MS Excel models for demand forecasting, capacity analysis, inventory optimization, and KPI dashboards.

* Build and maintain reports using SAP reporting tools and custom queries; previous experience with SAP is a plus.

* Provide regular and ad hoc reporting to senior leadership on inventory turns, service levels, schedule attainment, and planning accuracy.

* Use data analysis to identify trends, forecast demand variability, and recommend changes to planning parameters. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)
* Active US Government Secret security clearance

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