Sr. Planner

• Locations 3016 W Lomita Blvd, Torrance, CA, 90505, US (Hybrid)
• Job Schedule Full time
• Export-Controlled Data This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items

This position may be located at our Torrance, Carson, Fullerton or City of Industry locations.

Maintain planning tools and place intercompany orders to keep our customer inventory within Min/Max. i.e.:
Surplus/Deficit model, Customer Demand & Consumption model (AMU).

Analyze Work in Process positions to early identity fulfillment that is late to customer needs.

Lead process‑improvement projects—identify scope, develop a project plan, and execute it (e.g., Order Replenishment, PO maintenance, and other logistics/supply‑chain initiatives).

Enhance processes for generating and managing forecast models, financial data, and reports.

Enhance quality of planning tools to improve inventory control and turns.

Support day-to-day operations and tools for order replenishment, PO maintenance, and customer follow-ups.

Collaborate with all Howmet Fastening System Sites including the planning and scheduling functions.

Generate and analyze customer daily and weekly reports, i.e.:
Inventory, Demand/Consumption, Min & Max inventory levels, Supply/Manufacturing Backlog, and Lead-time.

Generate and analyze Key Performance Indicators, inventory, and shipping/financial data.

Extract and prepare data from multiple databases to support contract and customer evaluations.

Prepare and analyze data for monthly Operation Reviews.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree.

5-year related minimum experience.

Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefits/Salary

The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation.

The salary range for this position is $85K to $100K

Preferred Qualifications

Lean Six Sigma

APICS Certification

PMP or Project Management

Other

Skills and Abilities

Proficiency in MS Office applications such as Excel, Access, Word.

SQL or data reporting are a plus.

Excellent operational and financial analysis skills.

Capable of handling multiple database systems and complex data compilation.

Sound understanding of manufacturing planning, logistics, and operations.

Knowledge of sales or customer related roles in aerospace fasteners or related industry.

Compensation and Benefits:

If a pay range is identified for this job, it is based on a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. Actual compensation is subject to variation due to factors such as education, experience, skillset, market/business considerations, and/or location.

Howmet Aerospace offers a competitive benefits package to support the health, financial well-being, and professional growth of our employees. Benefits include:

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits coverage, including FSA and HSA account options
• Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans offering employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution
• Paid holidays and vacation time (eligibility, accrual, and usage are discretionary and governed by applicable policies)
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs
• Life insurance and disability coverage plans
• Optional coverage plans for auto, home, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program and ongoing professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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