Divergent

Material Planner

Torrance, California, United States

Sponsorship not specified$82k-$113kDetected 14 days ago

Machine LearningExcelSupply ChainProcurementERPLeadershipCollaborationMicrosoft Office

About the role

Material Planning & Schedule Stabilization
Release material from blanket purchase agreements based on demand signals, consumption trends, and agreed‑upon production schedules.
Resolve shortages, supplier delays, or quality issues promptly to protect production schedules.

Develop and maintain material plans that support production schedules, minimizing production delays.
Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries that support stable production plans.
Manage the flow of sub-components through vendors to deliver end items to support the production schedule.
Work with Engineering. Production and Procurement to implement changes smoothly, minimizing disruptions, avoiding unnecessary costs and obsolete inventory.
Procurement manages strategic supplier relationships, including pricing, contracts, MOQs, and long‑term performance.
Maintain compliance with ITAR/EAR and DFARS regulations.

Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
Experience in a ITAR/DFAR environment
Bachelor's degree.
Ability to plan into the future and execute to established plans.
Ability to work with ambiguity and condensed timelines.
Must have strong analytical skills and the ability to extract and communicate fact patterns impacting supply.
Experience with Outlook, Excel and ERP systems.
Ability to work in a cross functional group.

Bachelor or masters degree in mechanical or industrial engineering, business and/or with supply chain related major.
5+ years of previous supply chain related experience.
Experience in the automotive arena.
Advanced Excel and Power BI.
Experience with Oracle Fusion ERP
APICS Certification (CPIM, CSCP)
Work Environment
This role operates in both office and manufacturing floor environments, requiring occasional interaction with production teams to address planning and operational needs.

Right to Work
Our company participates in E-Verify.
This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees.
Eligibility to Work Poster (English) | Eligibility to Work Poster (Spanish)
Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO)
No agencies, no solicitations, and no calls please.

At Divergent, our pay range is based on the level of the job. For this role, we will consider candidates at level S03 as evaluated through our interview process.
S03/ Material Planner: $81,900-$112,610
$81,900 - $112,610 USD
Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions.

Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge.
We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time.
Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options.
Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.

Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company.
Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic.
Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position.
From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work.
Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected.

E-Verify: Right to Work
E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms a candidate's eligibility to work in the United States after completing the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9).
The information provided on the Form I-9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases.

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