Material Planner

Company: Veridiam
Location: El Cajon
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Veridiam is a strategic manufacturing partner specializing in precision fabrication of components and assemblies made from exotic metals for critical applications in aerospace, defense, medical, nuclear, and space. Our roots were formed in the exacting nuclear and aerospace industries, expanded into medical where we have supplied critical components to a global customer base. Veridiam’s ability to work with challenging materials such as titanium alloys, nickel-based superalloys, refractory metals, and specialty stainless steels ensures reliable, mission-ready products for our customers’ most vital programs. As a trusted partner, Veridiam provides technical collaboration, quality assurance, and supply chain reliability essential to advancing innovation and operational success across these highly regulated industries and results for mission-critical parts made from titanium alloys, nickel-based superalloys, refractory metals and more. At Veridiam we recognize that talent is at the forefront of our organization and define who we are in today's industry. You will work in a highly regulated, precision manufacturing environment where safety, documentation integrity, dimensional control (“True Diameter”) and traceability are paramount. POSITION SUMMARY Ensure timely and cost-effective availability of raw materials, specialty alloys, components, and outside processing services required to support precision manufacturing operations. This role supports a high-mix, engineered-to-order environment serving aerospace, defense, space and industrial markets where quality, traceability and on-time delivery are critical. Oversee inventory levels, coordinates with suppliers, supports production scheduling and helps optimize supply chain efficiency to meet customer demand and business objectives. Work cross-functionally with other departments to maintain material flow, minimize shortages and ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Develop and maintain material requirements plans via material resource planning (MRP) based on production schedules and forecasts. Ensure timely procurement and delivery of raw materials (specialty metals), components and outside processing services (heat treat, etc.) Monitor and report out on inventory levels to prevent production interruptions while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory. Manage lot traceability and material certifications in compliance with aerospace and defense quality standards. Prepare material cost estimates to measure against production sales orders for approval of material purchases. Collaborate with Production Planning to align material availability with manufacturing capacity. Work closely with Purchasing to expedite critical materials and resolve supplier delivery issues. Support engineering changes, new production introductions and customer-driven design revisions. Analyze demand forecasts, safety stock levels and lead times to improve planning accuracy. Maintain accurate data in ERP/MRP systems to ensure system integrity. Track and report key supply chain metrics such as on-time delivery, inventory turns and material shortages. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on inventory optimization and process efficiency. Communicate inventory issues, schedule changes and/or material cancellations. Demonstrates ability to appear for work on time, follow directions from a supervisor, interact well with co-workers, understand and follow work rules and procedures, comply with company policies and procedures, goals and objectives, and accepts constructive feedback. Other duties as assigned, requested or needed. POSITION REQUIREMENTS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or related field. 3-5 years material planning/purchasing or supply chain experience, including ERP/MRP systems or equivalent of education and experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Strong and effective communication skills. Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems in a manufacturing setting. Solid understanding of inventory control. Advanced computer and excel skills. Ability to manage priorities in fast paced, customer driven environment. High level of attention to detail and thorough completion of work tasks. High attention to detail, especially in documentation and compliance. The above statements are intended to describe, in broad terms, the general functions and responsibility levels and characteristics of positions assigned to this classification. They should not be viewed as an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. Management has the right to change duties at any time to meet business needs . The above statements are intended to describe, in broad terms, the general functions and responsibility levels assigned to this classification. Management has the right to change duties at any time to meet business needs. Pay Rate: The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type, and length of experience with the industry, education, geographic location, etc. Veridiam is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Veridiam will recruit, hire, train and promote persons into all jobs without regard to age, race, color, religion, ancestry, medical condition, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran or status as an individual with a disability or any other characteristic or classification protected by law. Access to our facility (and, therefore, employment) is restricted under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents of the United States and properly licensed foreign persons. Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment will be required to provide information to determine whether they are subject to these regulations and, if so, to assess their country of chargeability for export control purposes.

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