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<p><span data-teams="true"><strong>The future of aerospace and defense starts here. <br></strong></span></p>
<p><span data-teams="true"><br>Ursa Major was founded to revolutionize how America and its allies access and apply high-performance propulsion, from hypersonics to solid rocket motors, satellite maneuvering and launch. We design and deliver propulsion and defense systems that solve the most urgent and critical national security demands. </span></p></div><p><span data-contrast="auto">The Director, Planning & SIOP is responsible for leading the integrated planning function across demand forecasting, inventory management, and supply planning to support efficient, scalable operations. This role aligns sales forecasts with production capabilities and inventory strategies to ensure on-time delivery of aerospace and defense products while optimizing cost, capacity, and working capital. The Director will drive cross-functional collaboration across Sales, Operations, Finance, and Program Management to enable predictable execution in a dynamic, high-growth environment and will lead the effort to establish a robust SIOP process.</span></p>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Responsibilities: </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Arial" data-listid="13" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Arial","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Lead the end-to-end Sales, Inventory & Operation Planning (SIOP) process, including demand forecasting, supply planning, capacity planning, and inventory optimization </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Arial" data-listid="13" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Arial","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1">Partner with Sales and Business Development to develop accurate demand forecasts and scenario plans </li>
<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Arial" data-listid="13" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Arial","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1">Accountable for eliminating manual material request workflows by implementing a system-driven, MRP-enabled planning and execution process within Odoo, improving material availability, inventory accuracy, and production readiness.</li>
<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Arial" data-listid="13" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Arial","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1">Align production, procurement, and inventory strategies with forecasted demand and program requirements <span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Arial" data-listid="13" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Arial","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1">Mature and maintain inventory policies, safety stock levels, and replenishment strategies to balance service levels and cost </li>
<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Arial" data-listid="13" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Arial","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1">Drive cross-functional alignment between Sales, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance Operations, and Program Management </li>
<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Arial" data-listid="13" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Arial","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1">Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as forecast accuracy, inventory turns, service levels, and on-time delivery <span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Arial" data-listid="13" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Arial","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1">Identify and drive mitigation of supply chain risks, including material shortages and capacity constraints </li>
<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Arial" data-listid="13" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Arial","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1">Develop deep knowledge of ERP, MES to implement improved planning systems, tools, and data analytics for visibility and decision-making</li>
<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Arial" data-listid="13" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Arial","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1">Lead and develop a high-performing planning team, fostering accountability and continuous improvement <span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Arial" data-listid="13" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Arial","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1">Provide regular reporting and insights to executive leadership on demand, supply, and inventory health</li>
<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Arial" data-listid="13" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Arial","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1">Other duties as assigned<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
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<p><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">Required Qualifications:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Arial" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Arial","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Arial" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Arial","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1">10+ years of experience in supply chain, demand planning, or operations within aerospace, defense, or manufacturing environments <span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Arial" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Arial","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1">Proven experience leading S&OP/IBP processes in a complex, cross-functional organization <span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Arial" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Arial","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1">Strong expertise in demand forecasting, inventory management, and supply planning methodologies </li>
<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Arial" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Arial","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1">Demonstrated ability to balance customer demand with operational constraints and financial targets <span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Arial" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Arial","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1">Experience with ERP/MRP systems and planning tools <span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Arial" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Arial","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1">Strong leadership and team management experience <span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Arial" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Arial","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1">Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Preferred Experience:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Arial" data-listid="15" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Arial","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Advanced degree (MBA or MS) in Supply Chain, Operations, or related field </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Arial" data-listid="15" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Arial","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1">Experience in a high-growth or startup aerospace/defense company <span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Arial" data-listid="15" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Arial","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1">Familiarity with long-lead materials, regulated supply chains, and compliance requirements (ITAR/EAR) <span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Arial" data-listid="15" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Arial","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1">Experience with advanced planning systems (APS) or demand planning software</li>
<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Arial" data-listid="15" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Arial","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1">Background in production planning and capacity modeling <span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Arial" data-listid="15" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Arial","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1">APICS/ASCM certification (e.g., CPIM, CSCP)<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Working Conditions / Physical Demands</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Arial" data-listid="16" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Arial","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Primarily office-based with regular interaction across operations, supply chain, and manufacturing teams </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Arial" data-listid="16" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Arial","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1">Occasional time spent in warehouse or production environments, requiring adherence to safety protocols <span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Arial" data-listid="16" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Arial","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1">Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and work on a computer for prolonged durations <span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Arial" data-listid="16" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Arial","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1">Occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds (e.g., materials, documents, or equipment)<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
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<p> <br><span data-ccp-props="{"335559685":720}"> </span></p>
<p>Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $188,000 - $235,000, determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. What we <em>can’t </em>quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy. </p>
<p>Classification: Full-time Exempt</p>
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<p><strong>Benefits Include: (Please note, Interns are not eligible for benefits)</strong></p>
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<li>Unlimited PTO - Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Bereavement</li>
<li>Paid Parental and Adoptive Leave</li>
<li>Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance</li>
<li>Tax Advantage Accounts (HSA/FSA)</li>
<li>Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&D</li>
<li>Additional Benefit Options Including Voluntary Life and Emergency Medical Transport</li>
<li>EAP Program</li>
<li>Retirement Savings Plan - 401k with Company Match</li>
<li>Equity Grants in the Company</li>
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<p><span data-teams="true"><strong>How To Apply: </strong><br>Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by filling out the application below and clicking "Submit Application". This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.</span></p>
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<div><strong>NOTE: </strong>Research suggests that women and BIPOC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who believes they have the skills and the drive necessary to succeed here to apply for this role.</div>
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<div><strong>Must be a U.S. Person (this includes US Citizens and Permanent Residents).</strong></div>
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<div><strong>Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance. </strong></div>
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<div><em>We’re an equal-opportunity employer. You will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.</em></div>
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<div>No outside recruiters, please.</div>
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Perks & benefits
- 401k
- Vision Insurance
- Unlimited Vacation
- Paid Time Off
- Pension Matching
- Equity Compensation
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