Supply Chain Materials Planner

One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we're on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We're looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.

We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for a Supply Chain Materials Planner to join our dynamic team in Carlsbad, CA or Tempe, AZ! This hybrid role offers the unique blend of working collaboratively within our offices and the flexibility of remote work.

This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in materials planning for innovative products. You will collaborate across departments to ensure the right materials are available at the right time, keeping projects on track and meeting customer commitments.

• Learn and contribute to developing materials plans, identifying potential issues and solutions.
• Understand Bill of Materials (BOM), Material Requirements Planning (MRP), and Master Production Schedule (MPS) for accurate demand planning.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and purchasing teams to gather information, address material needs, and communicate updates.
• Support expediting, de-expediting, and re-planning activities to adapt to changing project requirements.
• Gain exposure to internal and external manufacturing capabilities.
• Work with engineers and planners to optimize materials planning.
• Contribute to reviewing and maintaining BOM accuracy for system efficiency.
• Collaborate with purchasing and supplier quality teams to gain insights into sourcing and management strategies.

• Recent graduate with a degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a quick learning curve.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to build relationships with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Eagerness to learn and a proactive approach are essential.

• 1-2 years of experience in manufacturing, logistics, or procurement (a plus).
• Basic understanding of inventory management concepts (e.g., Just-in-Time).
• Ability to work independently and prioritize effectively.

Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click here.