Materials Planner
San Carlos, CA$100k - $120kFull-timePosted 2w ago
About the role
Materials Planner responsible for translating the build schedule into a time-phased supply plan to ensure parts arrive when needed, avoid line stoppages, and optimize inventory as 1X scales production of the NEO robot.
Responsibilities
- Own the material plan that keeps NEO production running. Translate the build schedule into a reliable, time-phased supply plan for commodities so the right parts arrive exactly when they are needed: no shortages on the line, and no excess inventory.
- Deliver a weekly clear-to-build and shortage view for Manufacturing and leadership to understand what can be built and when.
- Maintain MRP data accuracy (BOMs, lead times, lot sizes, safety stock, on-hand balances) to support system recommendations without manual rework.
- Improve supplier on-time, in-full delivery through forecasts, accurate POs, and timely expedite/de-expedite actions.
- Coordinate ECOs with phase-in/phase-out plans and minimal scrap; ensure changes land on schedule.
- Collaborate with suppliers, buyers, manufacturing, and engineering to maintain aligned plans and early escalation with options.
Qualifications
- 3-5 years of materials planning, production planning, or supply planning experience in a manufacturing environment (hardware, electronics, automotive, aerospace, or similar)
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field, or equivalent practical experience
- Hands-on experience running MRP in an ERP system (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle)
- Advanced Excel / Google Sheets skills (pivot tables, lookups, building planning models)
- Working knowledge of BOM structures, lead-time management, and inventory control fundamentals
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Generous paid time off, company holidays, and parental leave
- 401(k) plan with company match (100% on the first 3% of contributions, 50% on the next 2%)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) options
- Commuter benefits (transit and parking)
- Short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, financial, and personal support
- Onsite snacks and catered lunches
Last updated Oct 11, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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