Material Planning Manager

Material Planning Manager

Location: Remote with proximity to Washington, DC metro area

Clearance: US Citizenship required with ability to obtain Secret clearance

Leidos is seeking an experienced Material Planning Manager to lead material planning and supply chain execution activities in support of mission-critical programs within our Defense Sector. This role is responsible for ensuring material readiness, managing supply chain priorities, resolving procurement and supplier challenges, and driving operational excellence across a diverse portfolio of complex, fast-paced defense programs.

The Material Planning Manager will serve as a key liaison between Program Management, Global Supply Chain, Engineering, Procurement, and other cross-functional stakeholders to ensure timely and effective execution of program requirements. The successful candidate will proactively identify and mitigate supply chain risks, improve processes, and balance competing priorities while maintaining compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.

As a people leader, this position will oversee a team of approximately 11 direct reports, with responsibility for workforce planning, workload allocation, employee development, performance management, and continuous improvement. The manager will foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and proactive problem-solving while ensuring the team has the resources and direction needed to succeed.

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership capabilities, extensive material planning and procurement experience, and a demonstrated ability to navigate a complex, matrixed organization.

This is a remote position requiring occasional travel to Leidos locations in Reston, VA, and Huntsville, AL.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of material planners (~11 direct reports), including hiring, training, performance management, and career development.

• Oversee material planning and execution activities to ensure alignment with program schedules, production requirements, and customer deliverables.

• Establish priorities, allocate workload, and ensure effective execution of material requirements across multiple programs and efforts.

• Serve as the primary interface between Material Planning and Program Management, Engineering, Procurement, and Supply Chain leadership.

• Drive resolution of material and supply chain issues, escalating as needed to maintain program performance.

• Oversee material tracking, reporting, and metrics to provide visibility into demand, supply, and delivery status.

• Ensure compliance with company policies, government regulations, and procurement requirements (e.g., FAR/DFARS) across planning activities.

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on enhancing material planning processes, tools, and data accuracy.

• Support program reviews, audits, and customer engagements by providing material planning insights and status updates.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field or equivalent experience and 5+ years or prior relevant experience or Masters with 3+ years of prior relevant experience. Generally has 2+ years of experience supervising or leading teams or projects.
• US Citizenship required with ability to obtain and maintain Secret clearance.

• Demonstrated experience in material planning, supply chain operations, or procurement within a government contracting or complex program environment.

• Prior experience leading or supervising teams, including task delegation, performance management, and team development.

• Strong understanding of material planning processes, including demand planning, forecasting, inventory management, and supply chain execution.

• Experience working in a cross-functional, matrixed organization, interfacing with Program Management, Engineering, Procurement, and suppliers.

• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and lead teams in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess risks and implement effective solutions.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at multiple levels.

• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (e.g., Costpoint, SAP) and material planning tools.

• Familiarity with government procurement processes and regulations, including FAR/DFARS.
• Ability to travel to Leidos locations in Reston, VA and Huntsville, AL.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field.

• Experience supporting large, complex DoD programs, preferably within aviation, sustainment, or global logistics environments.

• Demonstrated success leading teams in a matrixed environment, including driving performance, accountability, and employee development.

• Experience with aircraft parts, aviation supply chains, or aerospace component sourcing and sustainment.

• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., Costpoint, SAP) and experience leveraging data analytics or reporting tools (e.g., Power BI).

• Experience driving process improvements, business process re-engineering, or implementation of supply chain tools and best practices.

• Strong understanding of supply chain metrics, KPIs, and performance management.

• Familiarity with FAR/DFARS and government compliance requirements related to material planning and procurement.

• Active Secret Security Clearance.

• Proximity to the DC Metro Area.

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