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Planning Supervisor

Garden Grove, CA ยท On-site

$105K - $115K/yr

In the role of Planning Supervisor, you'll play a pivotal part on our production team. The Aftermarket Planning Supervisor will lead and manage a team of spares planners within the aftermarket ...

Planning Manager

Los Angeles, CA ยท On-site

$140K/yr

Planning Manager Position Summary The Aerospace Production Planning Manageris responsible forleading production planning, scheduling, and materials coordination activities to ensure the efficient ...

PLANNING INTERNSHIP CLOSING DATE: June 15, 2026 PAY RATE: $18 - $20 per hour (Depending on Qualifications) SCHEDULE: 10 to 20 hours per week through Spring of 2027 DEPARTMENT: Community Development ...

Planning Manager DEPARTMENT: Public Works Department LOCATION : Tribal Headquarters, Plummer, Idaho REPORTS TO: Public Works Director, or designee SALARY RANGE: DOE/Q POSITION DESCRIPTION: This is a ...

$113K - $145K/yr

The planning division has six employees. This is an open continuous job posting with a priority application date of May 22nd. It is impactful to join Team Puyallup and provide meaningful work in ...

Assists professional planning staff in the collection of data and preparation of staff reports, presentations, zoning letters, application forms/handouts and public notifications; Assists ...

Planning Internship

Lehi, UT ยท On-site

$18 - $20/hr

PLANNING INTERNSHIP CLOSING DATE: June 15, 2026 PAY RATE: $18 - $20 per hour (Depending on Qualifications) SCHEDULE: 10 to 20 hours per week through Spring of 2027 DEPARTMENT: Community Development ...

PLANNING MANAGER

Stockton, CA ยท On-site

$120K - $154K/yr

Planning (1820) Opening Date: 01/12/2026 DEFINITION MANAGEMENT OPPORTUNITY FLSA STATUS: Exempt TENTATIVE INTERVIEW DATE: TBD The City of Stockton is seeking to fill a Planning Manager position to ...

Planning Manager DEPARTMENT: Public Works Department LOCATION : Tribal Headquarters, Plummer, Idaho REPORTS TO: Public Works Director, or designee SALARY RANGE: DOE/Q POSITION DESCRIPTION: This is a ...

Planning Analyst Reporting To: Operations Planning Manager Work Schedule: Onsite - Torrance, CA Moog's Military Aircraft Group is looking for a Planning Analyst . Reporting to our Torrance Site ...

Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect ...

The Planning Manager oversees a team of production planners, master schedulers, and supply chain analysts, ensuring effective execution of daily planning operations. The position partners closely ...

Perform planning research and documentation. * Support preparation of comprehensive and general plans, land development and zoning codes, specific area plans, and other long-range planning projects.

Position Overview The Planning Manager within the NA Operations function and located in our St. Joseph MO plant is responsible for aligning supply and demand over an 18-month rolling horizon. This ...

Internship- Planning

Odessa, TX

$15.75 - $20.25/hr

Department: Planning Reports To: Planning Manager Summary: The Summer Intern position offers students and early-career professionals the opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience in ...

Production Planning Analyst Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it's equally ...

Planning Technician

Los Gatos, CA ยท On-site

$87K - $113K/yr

The Town of Los Gatos is recruiting for a motivated Planning Technician to support the Planning Division with strong communication skills and attention to detail. This role involves collecting and ...

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How much do planning jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for planning in the United States is $103,218.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,500.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Planner, you need expertise in project management, data analysis, and strategic thinking, often supported by a degree in urban planning, business, or a related field. Familiarity with planning software such as GIS, project management tools, and relevant certifications like AICP (for urban planners) are typically advantageous. Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills help Planners effectively coordinate with stakeholders and manage complex projects. These abilities are essential for creating efficient, sustainable plans that align with organizational or community goals.

What are planning jobs?

Planning jobs generally refer to roles involved in developing strategies and organizing resources to achieve specific goals within an organization or community. These positions can exist in various sectors, such as urban planning, event planning, financial planning, and project planning. Professionals in planning jobs analyze data, coordinate stakeholders, set timelines, and ensure that projects or initiatives proceed efficiently and successfully. Their work is essential for optimizing processes, budgeting, and meeting objectives within set constraints.

What is the difference between Planning vs Scheduling?

AspectPlanningScheduling
FocusDeveloping strategies, defining scope, and setting objectivesCreating detailed timelines and assigning specific tasks
CredentialsProject management certifications, industry experienceProject management or technical certifications, experience in tools
Work EnvironmentHigh-level, strategic, often in offices or project sitesDetail-oriented, task-focused, often in offices or on-site
UsageInitial project phases, overall project setupExecution phase, day-to-day task management

Planning involves setting the overall project strategy and objectives, while scheduling focuses on creating detailed timelines and task assignments to execute the plan effectively. Both roles are essential but serve different purposes within project management.

How does a Planning professional typically collaborate with other departments to ensure project success?

Planning professionals play a central role in coordinating with various departments such as engineering, procurement, and project management to align project timelines and resources. They often facilitate regular meetings, update schedules based on input from stakeholders, and resolve conflicts that may arise due to shifting priorities or unforeseen challenges. Effective collaboration requires strong communication skills and the ability to adapt plans dynamically, ensuring all teams remain informed and aligned toward common goals. This cross-functional teamwork is critical to delivering projects on time and within scope.
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Infographic showing various Planning job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $103,218 per year, or $49.6 per hour.

Planning Supervisor

Safran Cabin

Garden Grove, CA โ€ข On-site

$105K - $115K/yr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

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Join our first-class team to reinvent in-flight experience. In the role of Planning Supervisor, you'll play a pivotal part on our production team.
The Aftermarket Planning Supervisor will lead and manage a team of spares planners within the aftermarket division of a global aerospace manufacturing company. This role is dedicated to ensuring operational excellence in aftermarket planning, scheduling, and inventory management. With a strong focus on aerospace spares support, the Supervisor will oversee queue management, KPI performance, and daily planning execution to meet customer requirements. The position plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy of data in the business system, which directly impacts company-wide financial reporting and aftermarket customer satisfaction.
  • Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of spares planners in the aerospace aftermarket division, ensuring high performance, accountability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Implement and maintain world-class strategies for aftermarket planning, scheduling, inventory, and customer satisfaction, while driving continuous improvement across all functions.
  • Oversee all aftermarket planning activities, including workload balance, prioritization, and queue management for PPO, initial commitment dates and recovery dates, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and ownership of all lines.
  • Drive daily execution of key aftermarket KPIs including PPO release adherence, initial commitment dates and recovery date creation, and PMO release compliance. Monitor individual performance, flex resources to balance changing workloads, and lead cross-functional efforts to resolve the highest aging lines.
  • Act as the first line of escalation for planning and operational issues, providing rapid problem-solving support to both the team and internal stakeholders.
  • Maintain and update weekly KPI charts for Tuesday management reports, providing analysis and insights while the Manager presents. Transition ownership of additional metrics (supply cancellations, pull-ins, pushouts, NCR, etc.) from Manager to Supervisor over time.
  • Develop and monitor aftermarket production plans, budgets, and schedules in line with aerospace requirements and plant capacity. Proactively identify risks or delays and implement corrective actions to protect customer commitments.
  • But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.) | โ€ข Ensure planners execute essential functions including BOM analysis, material planning, timely requisition delivery to purchasing, work order release and management, revision control, ERP data accuracy, and on-time fulfillment of aftermarket customer requirements.
  • Oversee inventory levels to meet company and aftermarket customer goals, ensuring alignment with financial targets and operational needs.
  • Foster premier customer service for airlines, MROs, and other aerospace aftermarket clients by ensuring planning execution supports client expectations.
  • Conduct risk assessment and mitigation activities specific to aftermarket supply chain challenges.
  • Provide leadership through training, mentoring, and talent development, driving a culture of accountability, collaboration, and professional growth within the spares planning team.
  • Execute strong working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems and other applicable planning tools, leveraging aerospace expertise to optimize performance.
  • Collaborate with supply chain, operations, engineering, and quality teams to ensure aftermarket planning alignment with aerospace manufacturing standards and long-term business objectives.
  • Other duties as assigned by the management team.

Candidate skills & requirements:
Education:
BS/BA degree required from an accredited university
Experience: Minimum of 7+ years of progressive planning, scheduling and inventory management experience in aerospace, automotive or mechanical manufacturing environment with the ability to lead and influence others, with 2+ years of the 7 years in a planning leadership position
Computer Skills:
  • Experience working with MRP/ERP systems
  • Proficiency with MS Office Skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Other Skills:
  • Broad knowledge of the field with proven management skills.
  • Effective oral and written communications skills
  • Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and assignments with attention to detail
  • Problem solving, well organized, detailed oriented and accurate.
  • Strong written and verbal business communications abilities must be comfortable delivering information to all levels of the organization including senior leadership.
  • Working knowledge of business finance skills and abilities.

Additional Preferred Skills: (not required)
  • BS/BA in supply chain, business management, or operations from an accredited university
  • APICS CPIM and/or ISM certifications
  • Experience in AS/ISO standards quality management experience.
  • Problem-solving skills (Six Sigma Green Belt, etc.)
  • Aftermarket or Spares Business experience