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MRP Demand Planner 3/4

Clearfield, UT · On-site

$101K - $152K/yr

Northrop Grumman Propulsion Systems is seeking to hire multiple MRP Demand Planning - Level 3 or 4 to join its team of diverse and qualified individuals. These positions will be located near two Utah ...

Production Planner

Port Allen, LA · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Develop detailed production schedules using ERP/MRP planning systems to meet delivery deadlines and optimize resource allocation * Coordinate with procurement, inventory, quality control, and ...

Own MRP exception management including planned order, reschedule, defer, and cancellation messages. * Own and document planning assumptions that drive MRP behavior for assigned value streams or ...

Own MRP exception management including planned order, reschedule, defer, and cancellation messages. * Own and document planning assumptions that drive MRP behavior for assigned value streams or ...

MRP Demand Planner 3/4

Magna, UT · On-site

$101K - $152K/yr

Northrop Grumman Propulsion Systems is seeking to hire multiple MRP Demand Planning - Level 3 or 4 to join its team of diverse and qualified individuals. These positions will be located near two Utah ...

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How much do mrp planner jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for mrp planner in the United States is $30.51, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.00 and $35.10 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an MRP Planner do?

An MRP (Material Requirements Planning) Planner is responsible for ensuring that manufacturing materials and components are available in the right quantities, at the right time, to meet production schedules. They analyze production demand, inventory levels, and lead times to create detailed plans for purchasing or producing materials. MRP Planners work closely with suppliers, production teams, and inventory managers to prevent shortages or excess stock, helping to optimize production efficiency and reduce costs.

How does an MRP Planner typically collaborate with other departments to optimize production schedules?

An MRP Planner works closely with procurement, production, and inventory teams to ensure that materials and components are available when needed, preventing delays and minimizing excess inventory. This role involves frequent communication with suppliers to confirm delivery timelines and with production managers to adjust schedules based on real-time changes in demand or capacity. Effective collaboration and problem-solving skills are essential, as MRP Planners often need to balance competing priorities and quickly resolve any supply chain disruptions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an MRP Planner, and why are they important?

To thrive as an MRP Planner, you need a solid understanding of supply chain management, inventory control, and production planning, often supported by a bachelor’s degree in business, logistics, or a related field. Familiarity with Material Requirements Planning (MRP) software like SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics, as well as proficiency in Excel, is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills are critical soft skills for this role. These skills ensure efficient production scheduling, inventory optimization, and smooth coordination between departments, contributing to overall operational success.

What is the difference between Mrp Planner vs Production Planner?

AspectMrp PlannerProduction Planner
CredentialsOften requires a degree in supply chain, logistics, or manufacturing; certifications like APICS CPIM are commonSimilar credentials; degrees in related fields and certifications like APICS CPIM are also typical
Work EnvironmentWorks primarily in manufacturing or supply chain departments, using MRP software to plan materialsWorks in production departments, focusing on scheduling and resource allocation
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in manufacturing, logistics, and supply chain companiesCommon in manufacturing, especially in production and operations teams

The Mrp Planner and Production Planner roles share many similarities, including required certifications and work environments. While the Mrp Planner focuses on managing material requirements using MRP systems, the Production Planner emphasizes scheduling and coordinating production activities. Both roles are essential in manufacturing settings and often overlap in responsibilities, but their primary focus areas differ slightly.

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Medical, Life, PTO

Posted 5 days ago


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Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 368 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Propulsion Systems is seeking to hire multiple MRP Demand Planning - Level 3 or 4 to join its team of diverse and qualified individuals. These positions will be located near two Utah sites, Clearfield and Magna. The roles will support all of Propulsion Systems MRP, demand, and scheduling systems and report through the demand planning organization.

The position can be filled with either level 3 or level 4.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Developing solutions to a variety of complex MRP and demand problems, must be able to perform research and determine the best option from a variety of options without manager guidance
  • Work with peers and business partners to identify workflows or processes to establish standards that improve program cost and efficiency.
  • Set standards for business processes and then train, coach, and gatekeep those standards across functions and programs
  • Evaluate and determine best fit of tools and techniques for data mapping, data mining, data transformation, and data integration
  • Execute through contracts the sales order line entries to ensure proper demand and configuration
  • Act as an MRP SME, point of contact, and key resource for many functional groups

Basic Qualifications:

  • Level 3: Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of experience related to data management and analysis or Master's degree with 2+ years of experience related to data management and analysis
  • Level 4: Bachelor's degree with 6+ years of experience related to data management and analysis or Master's degree with 4+ years of experience related to data management and analysis
  • An additional 9+ years of direct MRP management or data management experience in a complex production environment can be considered in lieu of a degree
  • Advanced problem-solving skills and experience in implementations and execution of countermeasures
  • SME in Excel and can produce technical reports quickly
  • Basic competency in project management skills
  • Strong ability to research, define, and document processes
  • Ability to prioritize and execute key metrics
  • Must be an MRP expert and understand how processes flow, affect one another, and influence costs
  • Must be able to learn and consume a large amount of data quickly
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Costpoint or SAP SME
  • Familiarity with SyncChrono scheduling tool
  • Understanding of MES systems
  • VBA and PowerBI creation experience
  • Project management experience leveraging individuals across multiple different organizations
  • Confident, public speaking presence
  • Ability to create cross functional teams and drive performance execution as an indirect team leader
  • Familiar with DoD and EVM
  • Active US Government clearance

This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80: nine (9) hour days Monday through Thursday and every other Friday off.

Primary Level Salary Range: $81,400.00 - $122,000.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $101,400.00 - $152,200.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

Year founded

1939