Material Planner 1 for Planning and Control in GAC Savannah
Unique Skills:
At Gulfstream, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in inspiring and empowering every individual to reach their fullest potential. From workforce development and meaningful connections to a culture of trust, respect, and integrity, we invest in our employees so they can do their best work and achieve success together. Creating and delivering the world’s finest aviation experience starts with our people and when our people thrive, so does our mission.
This role is open for current and future roles within our Planning and Control group. The team focuses on material planning for either production or completions. Based on business need, applicant will be considered for either part of the business. Position is subjected to change in end of the posting date depending on business needs.
Bachelor's Degree Materials Management, Operations Management, or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Entry level. Related experience
in manufacturing and materials planning or inventory management.
Position Purpose:
Under direct supervision, perform the planning activities associated with supporting Production and Completions requirements within an MRP/ERP environment. Audit and maintain planning information and associated part/material attributes within applicable systems and databases. Respond to changes in schedules and changes resulting from bill of material modifications. Communicate resulting schedule changes to procurement and operations personnel when appropriate. Responsibilities may include working closely with all levels of personnel within Gulfstream and approved suppliers.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities:
Essential Functions:
- Establish material requirements consistent with production rates, supplier lead times and corporate inventory objectives/policies.
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Ensure all data elements which impact the planning and supply chain are maintained within lead times, service levels, receiving/carrying cost, etc.
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Initiate purchase requisitions and purchase orders for new items, unique items and existing items that have reached reorder points.
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Coordinate with Product Support, Manufacturing Engineering, In House Shops, and purchasing to expedite parts in support of Operations and Gulfstream Customers.
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Analyze shortage situations and determine root cause and corrective actions.
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Monitor and assist in identification of excess inventory. Assist in determining whether the excess is subject to re-distribution or disposal. Maintain proper part disposition for tracking purposes.
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Prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports pertaining to current status of inventory and overall customer service level.
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Generate replenishment schedules and coverage analysis for a buyer or planner and communicate changes as required.
Additional Functions:
- Identify components with high level of demand variability, analyze options and prepare recommendations for management approval. .
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Follow safety, 6S, and quality requirements in every phase of assigned duties. .
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Use Lean Manufacturing techniques to ensure inventory and in stock material is the optimum qty required. to support the operation. .
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Analyze and resolve issues to maximize customer service at the lowest total cost. .
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Frequent interaction with personnel in other departments to follow-up, expedite, and coordinate parts. .
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Develop understanding and establish experience base in Gulfstream Materials processes and procedures. .
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Develop an investigative and analytical mind set. .
Perform other duties as assigned.
Other Requirements:
- Requires extensive PC experience and knowledge of automated systems.
- Effective oral and written communications skills and strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to operate personal computers; experience with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office Products; Word, Excel,.
- SAP experience desired but not required.
This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Additional Information
Requisition Number: 234521
Category: Materials
Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%
Shift: Multiple Shifts
Employment Type: Full-time
Posting End Date: 10/01/2026
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.
Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically-advanced business jet aircraft
Nearest Major Market: Savannah
Job Segment: Logistics, Supply Chain, Aerospace, Manufacturing Engineer, Operations, Entry Level, Aviation, Engineering
