About the job
About Archer
Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California, focused on developing all-electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. The team is building an aircraft designed for four passengers, with special attention to minimizing noise and supporting sustainable air mobility.
Archer values diverse perspectives and aims to create an inclusive, equitable workplace. The company believes that a range of backgrounds and experiences strengthens the team and drives progress.
Role Overview: Supply Chain Planner
The Supply Chain Planner will play a key role in supporting production and business planning through careful management of materials, inventory, and cross-functional processes.
What You Will Do
- Maintain the material schedule to match the business plan.
- Analyze and report on material availability, covering raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.
- Forecast and track expenditures and purchase price variance (PPV).
- Develop and assess "what-if" scenarios for strategic planning.
- Proactively manage inventory to prevent production delays, identifying risks and escalating issues when needed.
- Oversee demand management and end-of-life (E&O) planning in response to changes in supply, design, or bill of materials (BOM).
- Work with teams across the company to ensure production readiness.
- Align demand, supply, and inventory with the business plan, highlighting risks and opportunities.
- Collaborate with other departments to improve internal processes and boost operational efficiency.
