Senior Demand & Supply Planner, Precision Engagement Systems

Anduril Anduril · Defense · Costa Mesa, CA · Programs : Demand & Supply Planning : Demand & Supply Planning

Anduril Industries, a defense technology company, is seeking a Senior Demand & Supply Planner to manage material flow, forecast demand, plan inventory, and ensure timely delivery of products. This role involves collaborating with various teams, managing ERP systems, and driving strategic initiatives for supply chain optimization. The company leverages an AI-powered operating system and focuses on advanced technologies for military systems.

What you'd actually do

  1. Manage day-to-day demand signaling, ordering, and inventory for various product lines.
  2. Identify and resolve supply issues by collaborating with Engineering, Purchasing, and Manufacturing teams.
  3. Lead Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) discussions for Supply Planning on designated product lines.
  4. Work with Business Development and Growth teams to align forecasts with actual demand plans.
  5. Report on and analyze supply and material health to inform key decisions for Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, and Business Development.

Skills

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (i.e. manufacturing, engineering, analytics, computer science, etc.) or business field (i.e. finance, economics, supply chain management, business administration, marketing, etc.)
  • 6+ years of experience in a supply chain or production role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment with complex mechanical and/or electrical assemblies.
  • Technical expertise including ability to read technical documentation and understanding hardware manufacturing processes.
  • Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle, Netsuite, and CRM systems like Salesforce.

Nice to have

  • Master’s degree or other higher education.
  • 8+ years of experience in a supply chain or production role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment with complex mechanical and/or electrical assemblies.
  • Strong experience with SQL databases, including building custom queries for production and inventory metrics.
  • Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Qlikview.
  • Knowledge of supply chain planning systems like Blue Yonder and best practices in demand planning, inventory management, and S&OP.
  • Experience with lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, six sigma principles, and big data evaluation techniques.
  • Proactive, able to take substantial responsibility across various functions, with a focus on speed and accuracy.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. TS clearance

What the JD emphasized

  • Complete ownership of a complex value chain, coordinating between multiple internal and internal parties to ensure on-time deliveries and adherence to quality standards.