Senior Manufacturing Planning Specialist

Our DoD/Aerospace client is looking to fill a Senior Manufacturing Planning Specialist position within their high-technology defense systems team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support aerospace and defense programs through material planning, supply chain management, procurement coordination, and proposal support activities. The position is based in Scottsdale, AZ and is fully on-site.
Location: Scottsdale, AZ (On-site)
Position: Senior Manufacturing Planning Specialist
Contract Length: 12–24 months with possibility of going direct
Pay: $38.44 per hour
Education/Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline or equivalent combination of education and work is required plus 2 years of relevant experience
Schedule: First Shift

Clearance Requirement: U.S. citizenship required

Seeking an experienced Material Program Scheduler to support aerospace and defense programs through material planning, supply chain management, procurement coordination, and proposal support activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of material planning, manufacturing operations, MRP/ERP systems, and supply chain processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain material plans supporting program and production requirements.
• Monitor material availability, shortages, and supply chain risks.
• Coordinate with Procurement, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Program Management teams.
• Support proposal efforts, material estimating, and Basis of Estimates (BOEs).
• Analyze demand signals and MRP requirements to ensure material readiness.
• Develop KPI reporting and provide material status updates to leadership.
• Support EBOM-to-MBOM integration and manufacturing execution activities.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline or equivalent combination of education and work is required plus 2 years of relevant experience or Master’s Degree
• Material Planning and Scheduling
• Supply Chain Management
• Material Procurement and Purchasing Support
• MRP/ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle, Deltek, or similar)
• BOM Management (Single-Level, Multi-Level, EBOM, MBOM)
• Purchase Order Management, Expediting, and Shortage Resolution
• Demand Planning and Forecasting
• KPI Reporting and Data Analysis
• Proposal Support and Cost Estimating
• BOE Development and RFP Review
• Manufacturing Operations Experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Aerospace & Defense industry experience
• Government contracting environment
• Proposal development and cost estimating experience
• APICS/ASCM certification preferred

Ideal Candidate
A supply chain professional with strong material planning, procurement, manufacturing, and proposal experience who can successfully manage material requirements throughout the program lifecycle.

About Our Client
Our client is a mission-critical DoD–Aerospace defense contractor developing solutions that will lead, serve, and protect our country. They develop strategic systems for defense, civil government, intelligence, and cyber end users on an international basis.

About APR Consulting
Since 1980, APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is a match for this position, please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!

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