**Worker Type** Regular **Job Description** **Summary** We are currently seeking a SIOP/Demand Planner to join our team. This position will assist in corporate-wide SIOP implementation and management of demand planning at AeroVironment. This position will recommend monthly forecast adjustments and assumptions to a cross-functional SIOP team to achieve consensus forecast by product line. Regularly review forecast trends and variances to minimize disruptions to operations and supply chain. Identify root causes for variances and present recommended solutions for approval. Assist in facilitating weekly/monthly/quarterly SIOP reviews with key stakeholders and decision-makers. Responsible for forecast maintenance in Oracle. **Position Responsibilities** + Translates monthly demand into weekly buckets to meet supply/demand patterns. Maintain and reconcile rolling 5 quarters' forecast with consideration to Operations and Supply Chain capacity constraints. + Works with Master Scheduler to ensure weekly supply is aligned to customer demand. + Analyzes key customer accounts across business development to highlight trends with associated drivers, risks and opportunities to key stakeholders; Work closely with Finance; Use as a basis for minimizing forecast error + Responsible for demand planning accuracy metrics and assist in management of SIOP RAILs. Maintains SIOP metrics and RAILs + Responsible for forecast maintenance/consumption in Oracle and reconciliation to actual demand. + Works with BD and PLM to align product transitions, obsolescence, introduction, and changes to minimize financial impact to the business + Facilitate and support regular SIOP meetings to help ensure successful implementation of SIOP practice at AV + Recommending customer specific forecast based upon BD and Finance input to support operational execution to business plan for near term deliveries + Work on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways, with little supervision, while applying company policies and procedures + Other duties as assigned **Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)** + Bachelor's degree in related field is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience + Minimum 5 – 8 years of experience in Demand Planning, Supply Chain, or similar roles + Has an in-depth understanding of relevant demand drivers and how to apply the appropriate forecasting method to predict their impact in ongoing forecasts + Demonstrated proficiency in demand and supply planning methodology with an understanding of their financial and operational impacts + Experienced in and knowledgeable of the supply chain and the impacts of forecasting on supply chain performance + Experienced using ERP Systems + Strong aptitude in analysis, root causes identification, and problem solving **Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies** + APICS training is a plus + Communication skills: Able to easily communicate plan, reports, ideas and concepts to cross- functional teams and management + Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties + Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives + Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products + Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company + Focused on teamwork, collaboration and putting the success of the team above one's own interests **Physical Demands** + Ability to work in an office environment (Constant) + Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent) The salary range for this role is: $78,986 - $112,035 AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. **ITAR Requirement:** _T_ _his position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements._ **Benefits** : AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits . We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us. Principals only need apply. NO agencies please. **Who We Are** Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC. Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed. **What We Do** Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition. _We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status._ **ITAR** U.S. Citizenship required **ABOUT US** At AeroVironment, our purpose is to secure lives and advance sustainability through transformative innovation. Our solutions give our customers a fresh vantage point, positioning them to see the world with new eyes and extending their reach beyond the line of sight. That is the power of our breakthrough unmanned aircraft systems, perfected and refined over a half century. Whether they are warfighters searching for an enemy, border patrol agents searching for people in need of assistance, or telecom providers linking millions to the digital economy, our customers choose AeroVironment because our systems generate actionable intelligence reliably, creating a path to goals that would otherwise be unattainable. **Careers at AeroVironment (https://www.avinc.com/careers/our-team)**