Senior Demand & Supply Planner, Air Defense at Anduril Industries

Costa Mesa, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jun, 26

Salary

171000.0

Posted On

05 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Demand Signaling, Supply Planning, Inventory Management, S&OP, Forecasting, ERP Systems, MRP Systems, Master Data Maintenance, Supply Chain Optimization, Data Analysis, Technical Documentation Reading, Hardware Manufacturing Processes, SQL, Tableau, Power BI, Qlikview

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years. ABOUT THE JOB Anduril’s Planning team is seeking a world-class Senior Demand & Supply Planner to join our team. The Senior Demand & Supply Planner has an integral role at Anduril, having material flow responsibility throughout the entire value chain, from raw materials to finished goods shipped to customers. They will have full ownership of certain assemblies and product lines, and will be ultimately responsible for sending the correct signals to Purchasing and Manufacturing on what and when to buy or build. This hire will be instrumental in signaling and forecasting accurate demand, planning inventory levels, and ensuring that Anduril supports its hardware requirements via Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software and other associated tools. The right person for this role has demonstrated ownership and experience solving complex operational challenges with creative solutions in a fast-paced, resource-limited environment. This person will be flexible to provide support wherever needed to ensure products are built and shipped under stringent quality standards. If you are someone who thrives in such an environment, then this role is for you! WHAT YOU'LL DO Manage day-to-day demand signaling, ordering, and inventory for various product lines. Identify and resolve supply issues by collaborating with Engineering, Purchasing, and Manufacturing teams. Lead Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) discussions for Supply Planning on designated product lines. Work with Business Development and Growth teams to align forecasts with actual demand plans. Report on and analyze supply and material health to inform key decisions for Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, and Business Development. Develop and maintain processes within MRP systems and associated master data. Drive strategic initiatives towards best practices, including demand shaping, advanced modeling, and inventory optimization. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 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. Complete ownership of a complex value chain, coordinating between multiple internal and internal parties to ensure on-time deliveries and adherence to quality standards. 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. Ability to travel up to 10% of the time. Ability to relocate, if not already local to be onsite in Costa Mesa, CA. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 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 US Salary Range $129,000—$171,000 USD The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including: Healthcare Benefits US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents. IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents. Additional Benefits Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees. Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs. Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting. Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available. Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region. Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility. Retirement Savings Plan US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options. UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match. AUS Roles: Superannuation plan. The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process. To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/.

Responsibilities

The Senior Demand & Supply Planner will manage day-to-day demand signaling, ordering, and inventory for various product lines while resolving supply issues through collaboration with Engineering, Purchasing, and Manufacturing teams. This role also involves leading Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) discussions and aligning forecasts with actual demand plans.