Central Planning Support Associate - Level 1

Central Planning Support Associate - Level 1

Protecting what matters most is the mission that matters most. Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security, and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more—we can innovate, invest, inspire, and integrate our capabilities to transform the future. At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We're creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We're erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We're advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we're reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you. Going to space is just the beginning. It's what you do when you get there that matters. We build satellites and spacecraft that do amazing things in space for our government and commercial customers. Connecting people, advancing discovery, and protecting what matters most. Our satellites give earlier warning of severe weather, connect troops on the battlefield, and deliver GPS directions to a billion people worldwide. We also take rocket science to the next level developing systems that protect from both a distance and in close-combat. We are pioneering the future of missile defense and hypersonic technology, and we're doing it all with a team of incredible employees across the world. As we look to the future, we're driving innovations to help our customers do even more in orbit. Come, join our Manufacturing Planning team in the dynamic world of Space. Here, we are driven by innovation and integrity. By applying the highest standards of business ethics and a forward-thinking mindset, we believe everything is within our reach – and yours – as a Lockheed Martin employee.

Job Description

Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a full-time, Level 1 Central Planning Manufacturing Support Team Member to serve as an Action Request (AR) to Purchase Request (PR) planner who will support all Space locations. Our Central Project Stock Materials Planning team supports common minor material planning for all Space sites. You will be part of a team of 12 additional planners in a fast-paced, dynamic, data-driven environment. In this role, you will:

• Convert Acquisition Requests (AR) to Purchase Requisitions (PR) via the AR website tool and SAP
• Track your daily, weekly, monthly metrics to meet turn around goals
• Support other organizations in filling out the AR form
• Collaborate with your planning peers by working onsite daily in Highlands Ranch
• Develop and drive process improvements related to planning's performance
• Execute processes per MRP Command Media
• Interface with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Procurement, Inventory, and Integration and Test Management to provide timely status of work products and/or problem identification and resolution
• Represent Production Planning & Control (PP&C)

Our level 1 employees typically have 0-3 years of experience.

Desired Skills

• Bachelors degree preferred

• Prior Supply Chain or Manufacturing Planning experience

• SAP/ERP system knowledge or the ability to obtain knowledge quickly

• Ability to work multiple projects in parallel, prioritization skills

• Computer proficiency with ability to learn new software

• Capable of working in a fast-paced, demanding environment, providing independent thinking, problem resolution, and action with minimal direct oversight by management

• Demonstrates strong organizational skills

• Demonstrates clear written and verbal communication skills

To promote the sharing of ideas, Lockheed Martin fosters a work environment that encourages big-picture thinking. Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually.

Benefits you can enjoy include:

• Medical {many choices of plans; some LM locations have on-site medical}
• Dental
• 401k {with generous matching}
• Generous Paid time off
• Work/life balance, family-friendly environment
• Career development, career-growth, and lots of learning opportunities for aspiring minds
• Fun, talented, and witty teammates
• Knowledgeable, supportive, and engaged leadership
• Community-minded organization
• Mentorship opportunities
• Rewards & recognition
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement

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