Inventory Planning & Control Manager

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work. Job Title:Inventory Planning & Control ManagerReporting To:Manager, MaterialsWork Schedule:Fully Remote or Hybrid if Local - Buffalo, NYThe Inventory Planning & Control Manager owns the governance and control of inventory policy, inventory planning strategy, and inventory performance management across the Commercial Aircraft Group (CAG) Materials network. Supporting the OE Materials organization, this role aligns inventory policies and Integrated Business Planning (IBP) processes with customer delivery requirements, operational capacity, and working capital objectives. Key priorities include optimizing global inventory levels, establishing inventory targets and planning parameters, improving cash flow and working capital performance, minimizing excess and obsolete inventory, driving inventory accuracy, and ensuring alignment between inventory strategy and customer demand. This position serves as the inventory owner within CAG's Integrated Business Planning (IBP) operating model, translating balanced demand and supply plans into actionable inventory policies and control routines. To be considered for the Inventory Planning & Control Manager role, here's what you'll typically need to bring with you: * Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Finance, or a related discipline required. * 7+ years of experience in inventory analysis, financial analysis, or statistical/data reporting, with a focus on interpreting data to drive business insights. * Working knowledge of Integrated Business Planning (IBP) and operational concepts including demand and supply balancing, production planning, scheduling, purchasing, forecasting, and inventory control. * Experience using ERP and MRP systems. SAP is preferred; SAP S/4HANA and Kinaxis experience are a plus. * Ability to analyze variances, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions. * Strong problem-solving skills with an understanding of how planning changes impact delivery commitments and working capital. * Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams, drive accountability, and communicate effectively across the organization. * Advanced Excel skills, including the use of pivot tables to analyze data, present insights, and support multi-level BOM decisions. * Experience in a regulated aerospace or defense manufacturing environment, including familiarity with AS9100, lot traceability, and export compliance, is preferred. * Industry and discipline certifications such as APICS CPIM/CSCP, CPM, or PMP are preferred. * Ability to obtain access to United States export-controlled information. As an Inventory Planning & Control Manager, you will: * Own the governance and control of inventory policy across the Commercial Materials network, balancing supply and delivery requirements against inventory cost to optimize global cash flow and working capital performance. Establish, implement, and monitor inventory management processes that support on-time delivery and optimal inventory levels. * Develop and maintain inventory targets, policies, and controls, including safety stock, min/max settings, reorder parameters, and planning data accuracy within MRP, PCAS, and other materials management systems. * Represent inventory within CAG's Integrated Business Planning (IBP) process by providing inventory positions, projections, and risk assessments during Supply Reviews and Integrated Reconciliation activities. Translate agreed plans into actionable inventory strategies and decisions. * Drive near-term material availability and inventory decisions through Integrated