Senior Manufacturing Planning Operations Leader
Lockheed Martin CorpJob Description
You will be the Manufacturing Planner Sr Manager for the Production Planning and Control (PP&C) senior leadership team. Our team is responsible for overseeing manufacturing planning operations, including MRP activities, buy planning, material master data, warehousing, logistics, and transportation.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Manufacturing Planner Sr Manager you will be respon
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sible for driving end‑to‑end manufacturing planning excellence across the organization. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
• Own and execute Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) activities such as buy planning, material master data, warehousing, logistics, and transportation.
• Partner with production, engineering, quality, finance, and supply‑chain teams to align planning strategies with business goals.
• Lead continuous‑improvement initiatives that enhance affordability while maintaining performance and quality.
• Build, mentor, and develop a high‑performing team through recruitment, training programs, performance assessments, and recognition.
• Provide senior‑level insight and reporting to the PP&C Director and other executive stakeholders.
Why Join Us
The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with deep experience in complex manufacturing environments, strong analytical and communication skills, and a passion for developing people. This role offers direct access to senior executives, a competitive compensation package, and the opportunity to shape the future of world‑class aerospace production. We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Basic Qualifications
• Education
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
• Experience
• 8-12 years of progressive experience in manufacturing planning, supply chain or operations management
• Minimum 3 years leading multi-disciplined teams
• Technical Proficiency
• Hands‑on experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Strong analytical skills, KPI dashboard creation, and data‑governance knowledge.
• Leadership Competencies
• Proven ability to communicate clearly and influence stakeholders.
• Talent development expertise and skill navigating complex matrix structures.
• Other Core Skills
• Data‑driven problem solving.
• Change‑management expertise.
• Continuous‑improvement mindset.
Desired Skills
Strategic Execution - Ability to think long‑term while delivering hands‑on results.
Mentorship & Team Building - Passion for coaching, developing high‑performing teams, and succession planning.
Business Acumen - Translate data into actionable insights that drive cost savings and operational excellence.
Collaboration - Thrive in matrix environments; foster cross‑functional partnerships and knowledge sharing.
Innovation Mindset - Champion new tools, processes, and best‑practice initiatives that enhance PP&C performance.
Pay Information
GeoZone Definition: GeoZones are geographic groupings created by Lockheed Martin to align compensation ranges with regional labor markets and cost-of-labor differences across the United States. Locations are assigned a Geo Zone based on the primary work location of the role.
• Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 1): $168600.00 - $313200.00
• Includes metropolitan areas such as Sunnyvale CA; Pal Alto, CA; New York City metropolitan area; Newark, New Jersey; etc.
• Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 2): $151800.00 - $281800.00
• Includes metropolitan areas such as Denver, CO; King of Prussia, PA; Stratford, CT; Moorestown, NJ; etc.
• Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 3): $134900.00 - $250500.00
• Includes metropolitan areas such as Dallas-Fort Worth, TX; Orlando, FL; Grand Prairie, TX; Marietta, GA; etc.
• Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 4): $121400.00 - $225400.00
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