Material Planner & Inventory Lead

ABOUT EAGLEPICHER

EaglePicher Technologies is driving the electrification of defense, aviation and space. We provide the broadest range of battery systems in the world for the most demanding applications. We develop leading-edge products that make drones fly higher, undersea vessels run longer, aircraft fly farther, rockets launch safely and satellites operate longer. With our cutting-edge research and manufacturing, we continue to set new standards in the industry. For 100 years, we have provided mission-critical power solutions to the defense, aviation and space markets. EaglePicher’s batteries power more than 85 percent of U.S. missile and munition programs and are a key component of the U.S. space program, powering the Mars Rovers and the next crewed mission to the moon. EaglePicher provides custom battery assemblies, battery management systems, pyrotechnic devices and other power solutions.

Our employees are passionate, dedicated and empowered to realize our vision.  We strive for the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds personalities and perspectives, and to ensure this works, we create an inclusive work environment that places a premium on communication and collaboration.  At EaglePicher, we will give you the opportunity to harness all that is within you with access to the latest tools, information and training.

EaglePicher is headquartered in St. Louis, MO with manufacturing and research and development facilities in Joplin, MO, Seneca, MO, Pittsburg, KS, East Greenwich, RI and in Southbridge, MA.

For more information visit www.eaglepicher.com

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Material Planning & Inventory Lead oversees the planning and inventory of raw materials and finished goods for assigned facilities. In this position, the Lead will manage a team of material planning, storeroom, and shipping & receiving personnel, providing training, guidance, and assistance, as well as serving as a subject matter expert for Supply Chain Management. The Lead will also function as a Material Planner, planning material flow for assigned chemistries and products to meet production needs and satisfy internal and external customer requirements.

• Provides leadership to direct reports through effective on the job training, guidance, and coaching. Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members. Direct reports may include Material Planners, Storeroom/Inventory Clerks, Shipping & Receiving Clerks.
• Directs tasks within the assigned group, enforcing company policies and procedures, to successfully align the team with company goals.
• Develops and/or contributes to the development of written work instructions, documentation, and policies for inventory control, shipping & receiving, and material planning processes.
• Interfaces with external sources (customers, suppliers, auditors, etc.), acting as a subject matter expert for Supply Chain Management.
• Ensures products are stocked correctly and inventory levels are accurate by monitoring the completion of inventory cycle counts and other similar inventory management tasks throughout the year.
• Analyzes data to determine opportunities to decrease inventory, improve customer service levels, and reduce total costs to support lean manufacturing activities.
• Plans and maintains the material requirements for certain product lines, as assigned, collaborating with other functional groups (Purchasing, Operations, Engineering, Program Management, etc.) to determine and apply appropriate ordering, inventory, and replenishment levels.
• Ensures Bill of Material for assigned products are maintained in an accurate manner through close coordination with Engineering.
• Maintains tools to effectively and efficiently keep inventory levels at a minimum (RM, WIP, FG)
• Prepares progress reports and updates for management, as requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Be a U.S. Persons
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related discipline preferred
• At least 5 years’ experience in a supervisory role, preferred
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience in a manufacturing setting in related Supply Chain Management role, preferred
• Strong computer skills and familiar with basic MRP system functions
• Proficiency MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
• Proven ability to collect, evaluate, and analyze data
• Understanding of Lean manufacturing/Six Sigma desired

Additional Training Requirements

• Certification witin ISM or SPICS preferred

PERKS OF BEING AN EAGLEPICHER EMPLOYEE
Some of the great things about being an EaglePicher employee include:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance;
• 10 paid holidays and PTO;
• Matching 401K;
• Tuition reimbursement;
• Dependent scholarship programs.

EaglePicher is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, status as a veteran, pregnancy and related conditions, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.