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Material Planner

Join Apex Space as a Material Planner to ensure timely delivery of materials for spacecraft production.

Location
Los Angeles
Compensation
Not disclosed
Level
mid
Type
full time · On-site

Posted by employer 3 days ago

First seen on Joblaze 2 months ago

Last verified on the company career page 19 hours ago

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Requirements

Experience
2+ years
Education
Bachelor's degree

Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, visa sponsorship.

Benefits

401k Match Unlimited PTO Equity/Stock Options Health Insurance Parental Leave

Joblaze summary

The Material Planner at Apex Space plays a crucial role in ensuring the production line is equipped with the necessary components by forecasting delivery dates and managing inventory risks. This position requires expertise in supply chain management and a proactive approach to problem-solving, particularly in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have at least two years of relevant experience and a background in a related field, making this role suitable for those looking to contribute to a rapidly growing aerospace startup.

Joblaze insights

  • Listed about 2 months ago — first seen on Joblaze September 3, 2026. Last confirmed on Apex Space's careers page November 6, 2026.

Quick facts

Is the Material Planner role remote?
No — this is an on-site role in Los Angeles.
How much experience is required?
At least 2 years of relevant experience for this Material Planner role.
Where is the role based?
Apex Space is hiring for this position in Los Angeles.
What seniority level is this role?
Apex Space targets mid-level candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?
Full-time for this Material Planner role at Apex Space.

From the original posting

About the Role

We are seeking a Material Planner to work closely within the Supply Chain Team and Production Control. The Supply Chain and Production Control team is a key function in procuring & managing the production flow of goods and services to ensure manufacturing readiness. The Material Planner position in on site at the Apex Production facility. The main responsibilities are forecasting delivery dates and quantity requirements to the supply base, based on the Apex production schedule. While also understanding supply base risk, inventory risk, and managing those problems directly within the supply chain organization to ensure build readiness. This role is critical to ensuring Apex production line has the components to build.

Responsibilities:

  • Ownership and demand planning for on time delivery of raw materials and finished goods

  • Work closely with the purchasing and supply chain team to ensure accurate forecast and timely orders being placed with suppliers

  • Report out to leadership as needed regarding any possible material shortages

  • Proactive approach to problem solving and determining root cause analysis with vendors

  • Develop, implement, and maintain material planning best practices within applicable systems such as MRP

  • Order creation and placement based on production schedules

  • Scenario planning for different build variations as required

  • Implementation of Continuous improvement mindset

Requirements:

  • U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data

  • 2+ years in relevant fast paced industry with demonstrated track record of success and on time delivery

  • Bachelor Degree in relevant field

  • Willingness to travel up to 25 % of the time

What We Offer For Full-time Employees:

  • Shared upside: Receive equity in Apex, letting you benefit from the work you create

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