Senior Analyst, Materials Planner

Materials PlannerCollins Aerospace is seeking a skilled and motivated Materials Planner to join our dynamic team at our Lenexa, KS MRO site. The Materials Planner will play a critical role in ensuring the efficient and effective management of materials and inventory, contributing to the seamless operation of our manufacturing processes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where your expertise will directly impact production efficiency and product quality.What You Will Do:Supplier Coordination: Collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials. Address any issues related to supply chain disruptions, quality concerns, or lead time changes. Resolve and expedite material shortages recovery.Purchasing: Place and manage intercompany orders to prevent material shortages, Create and manage 3rd party repairs purchase orders, Resolve invoicing and pricing issues.Material Forecasting & Planning: Develop and manage material forecasts and production schedules to ensure timely availability of materials for production. Utilize data analysis and historical trends to make informed decisions and adjustments.Inventory Management: Monitor and control inventory levels to optimize stock and minimize excess or obsolete materials. Implement and maintain inventory management systems and procedures to ensure accuracy and efficiency.Production Support: Work closely with manufacturing and engineering teams to understand production requirements and adjust material plans accordingly. Provide support to resolve any material-related issues that may arise during production.Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in materials planning and inventory management. Contribute to the development of strategies to enhance overall efficiency and cost-effectiveness.Data Analysis: Analyze material usage data and generate reports to track performance metrics, inventory levels, and forecast accuracy. Use insights to drive decision-making and process improvements.Reporting: Provide Customer Service team and Scheduling team with the latest and most updated statuses. Attend Daily meetings to support the and inform the other teams with recent updates and expected recovery.Qualifications You Must Have:Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field or in absence of a degree, 6 years of relevant experienceQualifications We Prefer:Ability to thrive and remain effective in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while manage a high volume of ordersPrior experience in the aerospace industry or a manufacturing environment preferred.Working experience with Supply Chain, Scheduling, and/or Materials Planning processes preferred.Proficiency with MRP/ERP systems with emphasis on material modules.Working experience with Microsoft Office programs, in particular excel and reporting tools, such as TableauWhat We Offer:BenefitsSome of our competitive benefits package includes:Medical, dental, and vision insuranceThree weeks of vacation for newly hired employeesGenerous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy optionTuition reimbursement programStudent Loan Repayment ProgramLife insurance and disability coverageOptional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protectionBirth, adoption, parental leave benefitsOvia Health, fertility, and family planningAdoption AssistanceAutism BenefitEmployee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessionsHealthy You Incentives, wellness rewards programDoctor on Demand, virtual doctor visitsBright Horizons, child and elder care servicesTeladoc Medical Experts, second opinion programAnd moreThe salary range for this role is 66,000 USD - 130,000 USD.RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance. This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.