Manager Production Planning

Elbit Systems of America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit: www.elbitsystems-us.com or follow us on X.

Fueled by more than 800 talented employees and a proud 65-year legacy of night vision production excellence, Elbit America’s Warfighter Systems business is rooted in the heart of Virginia’s Roanoke Valley. Surrounded by the scenic beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, you’ll find a unique blend of southern hospitality, outdoor adventure, and the energy of a thriving city – all alongside a purpose you can be proud of coming to work each day.

As a world leader in low-light sensor technology, the Warfighter Systems team is engineering the future of image intensifiers and night vision goggle systems as we enter a new era of networked battlespace. Trusted by the U.S. and nearly 100 allied countries, our technology provides support to those in harm's way during the most critical moments with one goal in mind: bring them home safely.

The work our employees perform each day plays a direct role in national security, and our shared purpose is what truly makes Warfighter Systems so extraordinary. Come join our collaborative team where each voice is valued in a setting where you can thrive, develop, and make a true impact!

Job Summary

Manages a team of highly technical and systematic Production Planners and Schedulers to provide clarity to internal and external teams in competing priority and capacity constrained situations. Leading efficient, predictable and scalable production schedules.

• Strategic planning and precision scheduling
• Optimize resources and timeline for maximum program success
• Develop, manage and maintain master schedule across programs and sites
• Translate program requirements and customer contracts into detailed material and production schedules
• Align outputs with Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Operations, and Program Management
• Ensure scheduling logic, dependencies and resource constraints
• Report on and monitor the Line of Balance (LOB)
• Integrate the schedule
  
  

Responsibilities And Tasks

• Builds systematic tools and processes to prevent issues and recommend solutions for current constraints and delays in the supply chain
• Creates and leads the execution of a timed, technical, multilayer departmental strategy to evolve the Team’s processes and performance
• Creates and oversees the Site-Level Master Production Schedule with close attention to Customer KPI’s, Growth, Variances and impact on Capacity, Labor, and Inventory
• Leads team to plan and schedule production to fulfill requested demand on time and in full at lowest possible costs
• With the Master Scheduler, coordinates the demand planning and fulfillment process and makes appropriate adjustments to balance capacity, adjust production plans and maintain inventory levels
• Oversees and ensures effectiveness of the Master Production Scheduling process
• Leverages relationships with key internal partners to navigate optimal supply chain solutions amidst complex, fast-paced changes in the business
• Works closely with cross-functional departments to resolve planning and scheduling conflicts, constraints, bottlenecks and excesses/waste to drive decisions and yield alignment.
• Ensures the Master Production Schedules and Production floor Schedules are well integrated and aligned
• Works with purchasing team to set targets, monitor inventory turns, optimize levels (stocking strategies), and address inventory discrepancies
• Participates in S&OP Meetings to align the Supply Planning Teams to one consensus plan
• Communicates/shares SI&OP presentations to align cross-functional teams and drive aligned business plans to improve Supply Planning, increase Service Levels, optimize inventory levels, and achieve Financial Target
• Continuous Improvement: Measures, monitors, and drives actions to both operationally and systemically improve the Supply Planning, Inventory and Customer Service KPIs (ie. OTD, Past Due, FPY, and Inventory Turns)
• Oversees ERP Planning execution activities
• Leads and manages the development of ERP reporting solutions/systems for managing and tracking execution throughout all departments of the vertically integrated manufacturing plant
• Leverages automatic ERP planning system parameters to adjust for changes in production plans as needed
• Ensures ERP automation tools are delivering production efficiency and maximizing service level
• Proactively analyzes supply chain data and dashboards to ensure priorities and focus are in line with delivering key performance indicators
• Monitors workload portfolio to ensure utilization of people and equipment in every production area of the manufacturing plant
• Provides weekly and daily KPI reporting and key leading indicators for ongoing success to leadership team
• Leads the process of providing daily/weekly/monthly production schedules
• Leads weekly - 3 month rolling backlog production reviews to ensure schedule adherence and material requirements are meet. If needed, works with the stakeholders to resolve issues, and drives cross-functional operational and systemic improvement/recovery plans to completion
• Promotes collaboration, alignment and problem solving; flagging key priorities, obstacles, impact and countermeasures, and following up by monitoring progress
• Acts as main point of contact and liaison between Operations and Account/Program Managers
• Supports Program Management Proposal Process; where appropriate, providing risk/opportunity input
• Collaborates with NPI teams to understand new product releases, schedule delays, priorities and track execution to meet program schedules
• Provides Master Scheduling and Capacity Planning support for new business proposals
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• Excellent project management and communication skills (verbal, written)
• Ability to communicate across the organization on a multi-level and multi-departmental level
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
• Proficient in Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint
• Self-Starter; team player
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment
  
  

Education, Experience/Knowledge & License/Certification

• REQUIRED: - Bachelor’s degree - 8 years in related work experience, 5 years with Management/Leadership experience
• PREFERRED: - Lean Six Sigma experience or exposure - MBA/Master’s in Supply Chain Mgt/ Business or related studies
• 5 years ERP/MRP experience preferred
  
  

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Here Are Some Of The Great Benefits We Offer

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identify Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees
  
  

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not an employment contract. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Elbit America is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

• If you encounter issues with your application, please email TalentAcquisition@ElbitAmerica.com***