Materials Planner

Materials Planner.
Location: Woburn, MA (On-site).

Company: Xico Lighting (A Division of 3LED Inc.).

About Xico Lighting:

Xico Lighting designs and manufactures high-performance architectural lighting solutions with a focus on precision, innovation, and speed to market. As part of a vertically integrated group, we thrive on domestic manufacturing excellence and a "Bright Minds" culture that rewards ingenuity and dedication.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly organized and technical Materials Planner to manage the flow of components through our manufacturing process. In this role, you will be the bridge between Engineering, the Stockroom, and Production. You will be responsible for technical BOM analysis, weekly planning, and inventory accuracy to ensure our assembly teams have exactly what they need before a build begins.

Key Responsibilities:

Materials Planning & Scheduling:

• Develop and maintain weekly and long-range materials plans to ensure 100% alignment with the master production schedule.
• Review Bills of Materials (BOMs) and technical drawings to accurately determine material needs for complex production builds.
• Coordinate with internal Engineering teams on BOMs and shop drawings to ensure the planning system reflects the most current technical specifications.
• Proactively ensure all materials are ordered (via Procurement) and delivered to the floor ahead of scheduled assembly builds.

Inventory Control & Stockroom Management:

• Manage all stockroom material movement and transactions, ensuring every part is accounted for from receiving to the production line.
• Conduct regular inventory cycle counts and perform system updates in the ERP to maintain high data integrity.
• Identify and resolve inventory discrepancies, making recommendations for process improvements to reduce shrinkage or data errors.

Vendor & Cross-Functional Coordination:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for communicating with vendors regarding delivery schedules and quality requirements (expediting and status tracking).
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Sales to provide updates on material availability and lead-time impacts.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, recommending ways to streamline material flow and reduce lead times.

Qualifications:

• Experience: 3–5 years of experience in Materials Planning, Inventory Control, or Production Support in a manufacturing environment (Lighting, Electronics, or Aerospace preferred).
• Technical Proficiency: Strong ability to read BOMs and technical drawings. Proficiency in Quickbooks, Salesforce, or similar ERP/MRP systems is highly desirable.
• Analytical Skills: Intermediate to advanced Excel skills for tracking plans and managing inventory data.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills; comfortable acting as a liaison between Engineering, the shop floor, and external suppliers.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or a related field preferred.
• Physical Requirement: Must be comfortable working on-site and managing material movement within a stockroom/warehouse environment.

Why Join Xico Lighting?:

• Join a fast-growing, innovative architectural lighting company.
• Work in a clean, modern production environment with a supportive team.
• Opportunities for growth as the company expands.
• Directly influence production success by ensuring the "right parts are in the right place at the right time.
• Be part of a mission-driven organization committed to craftsmanship, quality, and technology

We believe that Bright Minds Make Light Work™. Since 2003, our team of innovators, engineers, and creators has been revolutionizing the way the world experiences light. From our headquarters in Woburn, MA, we design, develop, and manufacture cutting-edge LED components and modules that power lighting solutions in homes, businesses, and critical industries like science, medicine, aerospace, and the military.Our mantra, Bright Minds™, reflects our commitment to fostering a culture of ingenuity, collaboration, and excellence. We are more than a workplace—we're a team of diverse, driven individuals united by a passion for innovation and an unrelenting focus on delivering exceptional results. We value growth and celebrate our people. By promoting from within and rewarding outstanding work, team contributions, and commitment, ensures that talent and dedication never go unnoticed.Our compensation and benefits are crafted to attract and retain the best. In addition to competitive base salaries, we offer quarterly bonuses, profit-sharing opportunities, and a robust benefits package, including: a group wide Fidelity 401(k) plan with a generous 6% company match. The Gradifi program, helping employees pay off student loans or save for their children’s education.Comprehensive healthcare, dental, life, and disability coverage—with 100% of premiums covered for individuals.We are proud to be recognized as a leader in innovation and growth. We’ve been named one of Red Herring's Top 100 Most Innovative Companies in the Americas and featured in Inc. Magazine's list of fastest-growing manufacturing companies in the U.S.. Our patented technologies are trusted by some of the world’s most iconic brands and can be found in over 40 countries worldwide. If you’re ready to bring your Bright Mind™ to a team that’s transforming the lighting industry, we want to hear from you!