Hiring: Material Planner Scheduler III Company: TSC Location: Huntsville, AL Job Posted Time: 2026-09-12 12:23:58 Employment Type: Contract / Hybrid Target Skills & Keywords : Defense Industry, Program Management, SAP About the job Experience: •Minimum 5-7 years of experience in material planning, supply chain management, or production planning, in the defense or aerospace industry or combination of degree and years of experiment. •5-7 years of experience in material planning, supply chain management, or production planning, in the defense or aerospace industry or combination of degree and years of experiment. •7 years of experience in material planning, supply chain management, or production planning, in the defense or aerospace industry or combination of degree and years of experiment. Required Skills: •Develop and manage advanced material requirements plans (MRP) to support complex production schedules and contract deliverables. •Analyze long-term demand forecasts, production schedules, and inventory trends to ensure material availability and cost efficiency. •Assist in leading cross-functional teams to address material planning challenges and implement solutions. •Serve as the primary point of contact for material planning issues, providing guidance to junior planners and procurement teams. •Partner cross-functionally with Procurement to ensure timely placement of purchase orders and delivery of materials. •Develop strategies to optimize inventory levels, reduce excess and obsolete inventory, and minimize waste. •Work closely with Production and Program Management teams to address material shortages and ensure uninterrupted operations. •Adjust material plans to accommodate changes in production schedules, contract requirements, or unforeseen challenges. Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field. •Extensive experience with MRP/ERP systems (e.g. Deltek CostPoint, SAP, Oracle, etc.) •Advanced understanding of material planning processes, inventory management principles, and supply chain optimization. •Operational familiarity with defense industry supply chain challenges and best practices. •Strong leadership and decision-making abilities. •Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. •Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams. •Demonstrated capacity to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Compensation: •Competitive benefits and rewards package •50 years. Our diverse portfolio includes providing; Airborne Sensors and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR); Electronic Warfare Systems; Air and Missile Defense; Space Systems, and Intelligence and Information Systems. TSC offers a professional working environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package. •Over 50 years. Our diverse portfolio includes providing; Airborne Sensors and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR); Electronic Warfare Systems; Air and Missile Defense; Space Systems, and Intelligence and Information Systems. TSC offers a professional working environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!