Materials Planning Manager, Power Electronics

• Own module-level demand planning, translating build plans into executable material requirements

• Maintain and govern the master demand file, ensuring accuracy between planned and actual builds

• Analyze manufacturing yield rates and consumption trends to refine demand signals

• Develop and manage part allocation plans for constrained supply scenarios

• Own part change cutovers to ensure clean transitions without production impact

• Monitor inventory levels, turns, and consumption rates to prevent stockouts and excess inventory

• Drive inventory optimization strategies aligned with production ramps and engineering changes

• Own the Part Request Approval process, ensuring alignment with demand and inventory strategy

• Own daily Clear-to-Build (CTB) reporting

• Partner closely with Manufacturing to ensure material readiness on the production floor

• Proactively identify and resolve material constraints impacting build schedules

• Oversee materials management activities including:

  • PO releases

  • ETA tracking

  • Inventory accuracy and reconciliation

• Support tactical purchasing to mitigate shortages and expedite critical components

• Partner with Warehousing, Logistics, and Global Supply Management to:

  • Track supplier delivery performance

  • Resolve shipping, receiving, and inventory discrepancies

• Support executive-level presentations with clear, data-driven insights

• Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in the planning cycle

• Propose and implement process improvements to improve planning accuracy, service levels, and scalability

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field

• Master’s degree in Engineering or Supply Chain Management preferred

• 5–7 years of experience in materials planning, inventory management, or supply chain operations

• Experience in high-volume manufacturing or complex hardware environments

• Strong proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (SAP or Oracle preferred)

• Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, demand modeling)

• Strong analytical mindset with exceptional attention to detail

• Ability to identify trends in part consumption and manufacturing performance

• Proven adaptability in fast-paced, rapidly changing environments

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights for Manufacturing and NPI teams

Compensation

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $140,000 – $200,000 annually.

Compensation may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package may also include additional components and benefits, which will be shared if an employment offer is extended.