Full-Time
Materials Planner
Posted on 5/12/2026
Allison Transmission
1,001-5,000 employees
Designs propulsion transmission systems for vehicles
No salary listed
Oakland, SC, USA
In Person
Less than 5% travel; domestic and international.
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- Bachelor’s Degree and/or 3-5 years’ experience in automotive or industrial supplier industry.
- Analyze material requirements and initiate necessary releases for material required to support the plant production plan.
- Communicate and collaborate as needed via phone and the web-based replenishment portal with suppliers to ensure timely shipping of all materials needed to ensure timely arrival of material as scheduled.
- Analyze and escalate any significant vendor delivery issues to MP&L Manager.
- Use internal reports to support changes to parameters in the replenishment system, making sure the system creates orders on time and in the correct amount to cover the plant production plan through the next planned delivery.
- Use internal reports to identify shortages and provide feedback and ETA in the daily materials shortage meeting held with the Master Scheduler and the Customer Contact Group.
- Work with the Plant Logistics Provider on the scheduling of regularly planned loads in order to minimize out of process expedited freight.
- Create and submit debit memos for vendor caused expense outside the normal plan.
- Supports Accounts Receivable in resolving supplier debit memos/receiving errors.
- Monitor Inventory and visit the plant warehouse and/or production floor regularly to ensure no stock outs.
- Be prepared to assist the rest of the Materials Team in activities to “cover” absences when needed.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required (less than 5% of travel).
Allison Transmission designs and manufactures propulsion solutions for commercial and defense vehicles. Its core offerings are high‑performance transmissions and the software that runs and optimizes them, sold directly to vehicle manufacturers, fleet operators, and defense contractors. The products work by transferring engine power through advanced gear systems and control software to improve fuel efficiency, reliability, and performance, with additional value from maintenance, service, and long‑term support agreements. Compared with competitors, Allison emphasizes integrated propulsion systems for both commercial and defense markets, ongoing software and service licensing, and a focus on sustainability and emissions reduction. The company aims to advance the next generation of propulsion by delivering efficient, durable transmission solutions and corresponding support services that help customers lower operating costs and emissions over the life of their vehicles.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Indianapolis, Indiana
Founded
1915
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Off-Highway segment targets $120 million annual run-rate synergies by late 2026.
- 2026 guidance reaffirmed: $5.575-5.925 billion revenue, $1.365-1.515 billion adjusted EBITDA.
- Adjusted EBITDA grew 22% to $362 million; adjusted diluted EPS rose 6% year-over-year.
What critics are saying
- Operating margin collapsed to 13.9% from 32.5% due to $76 million acquisition accounting charges.
- Off-Highway segment posted $21 million operating loss in Q1 2026 despite $673 million sales.
- Electric and hybrid propulsion adoption displaces fully automatic transmissions in commercial vehicle market.
What makes Allison Transmission unique
- World's largest fully automatic transmission manufacturer for medium and heavy-duty commercial vehicles.
- Expanded global footprint through $2.628 billion Dana off-highway acquisition completed January 2026.
- Established 40+ year presence in Middle East with strategic OEM partnerships and fleet agreements.
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Allison Transmission's performance in high gear in the Middle East. March 29, 2026 | Posted by LG Content Team Exclusive Interview: Allison Transmission Consolidates its regional presence through fleet agreements and partnerships with OEMs and operators USA-headquartered Allison Transmission is the world's largest manufacturer of fully automatic transmissions for medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles and a leader in hybrid-propulsion systems for city buses. This global leader has long-standing roots in the Middle East. The region has been an important market for Allison Transmission for over four decades now. The brand's presence dates back over 40 years, with some of the first vehicles imported into the region from the USA featuring Allison transmissions. As infrastructure, logistics, and public transport sectors have expanded across the region, demand for durable and high-performance propulsion solutions has grown. Through partnerships with OEMs and fleet operators, Allison has supported a wide range of applications where reliability, productivity, and operational efficiency are critical. LogisticsGulf.com recently conducted an exclusive, extensive interview with Berk Gönenç, Director of Allison Transmission for Türkiye, the Middle East, and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), to get the lowdown on the company and to bring its readers to current about the company's operations in the region. LogisticsGulf.com (LG): How significant are Saudi Arabia, UAE and the wider GCC for Allison Transmission? Berk Gönenç (BG): These are all strategically important markets for Allison Transmission. Rapid infrastructure development, expanding logistics networks and continued investment in public transport and municipal services are driving strong demand for technologies that enhance vehicle productivity and operational efficiency. For example, in the UAE Allison transmissions are widely used across commercial and municipal vehicle fleets, including trucks supporting infrastructure and service operations - around 250 Allison-equipped trucks are already in service. Allison has also partnered with global bus manufacturers such as Yutong and Higer to equip more than 250 school buses in Qatar with fully automatic transmissions, while waste management companies in both Oman and Kuwait have recently specified Allison-equipped trucks. LG: There have been landmark deals in the Kingdom with HINO Trucks and King Long buses. Tell LogisticsGulf more. BG: Allison Transmission has delivered several significant projects in recent years in Saudi Arabia through partnerships with HINO Trucks and King Long. These projects reflect the growing adoption of Allison's fully automatic propulsion solutions in the Kingdom, as fleet operators increasingly prioritize reliability, efficiency and improved total cost of ownership in demanding commercial and public transport applications. For example, over 80 HINO 500 Series trucks equipped with Allison 3000 Series(TM) transmissions have been deployed for Fire and Hazard Control operations, while a collaboration with King Long saw 40 buses equipped with fully automatic transmissions supplied to support transport operations during the Hajj pilgrimage. These buses operate on high-intensity routes such as Aziziya-Arafat and between Makkah and Madinah, where frequent stop-and-go driving required durable, efficient drivetrain technology that enhanced passenger comfort and minimized the risk of breakdowns. LG: Allison introduced the new fuel-efficient 9-Speed Transmission in the Middle East. How is it performing? BG: Allison's 9-Speed Fully Automatic Transmission represents a crucial step in enhancing efficiency and performance for medium-duty commercial vehicles. The solution has been developed to meet the evolving needs of urban and distribution operations, where frequent stop-and-go driving places high demands on vehicle performance and durability. From a technical perspective, the 9-Speed transmission is designed to optimise engine efficiency through a wider gear ratio spread and closer gear steps, enabling the engine to operate more consistently within its most efficient range. It also incorporates Allison's torque converter and Continuous Power Technology(TM), allowing seamless gear shifts without interrupting power to the wheels. For fleet operators, these capabilities are expected to translate into improved fuel efficiency, enhanced drivability, reduced driver fatigue, and increased productivity in demanding operating conditions. LG: How has Allison performed in the region in 2025 and what is your outlook for 2026? BG: In 2025, Allison continued to strengthen its presence across the Middle East through fleet agreements and partnerships with OEMs and operators. In the UAE, more than 200 trucks equipped with Allison transmissions are currently operating in municipal and commercial applications, with additional units delivered during the year to support infrastructure and service projects. The company secured its first municipal fleet tender in Kuwait, supplying UD Croner trucks equipped with Allison automatic transmissions for waste management operations. In Saudi Arabia, Allison transmissions were fitted in King Long buses operating during the Hajj season. Looking ahead to 2026, Allison remains cautiously optimistic about the region's long-term prospects. While the current geopolitical environment has introduced a degree of uncertainty, the Middle East continues to invest in infrastructure development, logistics capacity and public transport systems. These structural trends are expected to sustain demand for drive-train technologies longer-term. LG: Are there manufacturing facilities for Allison Transmission in the Middle East? BG: Currently, Allison Transmission does not operate manufacturing facilities in the Middle East. LogisticsGulf is seeing a broader market trend toward localization and the development of regional industrial capabilities, which could influence how the industry evolves in the coming years. LG: What are your expansion plans for the region? BG: Its priority is to deepen its partnerships with OEMs, distributors, and fleet operators. By supporting sectors such as logistics, infrastructure, and public transportation, LogisticsGulf aim to continue delivering propulsion technologies that enhance productivity, efficiency, and operational reliability for the benefit of all the region's residents. LG: What opportunities and challenges do you foresee for the industry? BG: The commercial vehicle sector is evolving as operators increasingly prioritize efficiency, reliability, and sustainability. While the industry is witnessing growing interest in hybrid and electric propulsion technologies, fully automatic transmissions currently remain the preferred choice for many heavy-duty applications. LG: What are Allison Transmission's key manufacturing strengths? BG: Allison Transmission's core strengths lie in the durability, reliability, and performance of its fully automatic propulsion solutions. These technologies help fleets improve vehicle productivity, maximize uptime, and optimize total cost of ownership. Combined with decades of engineering expertise and close collaboration with OEM partners, Allison delivers solutions that support operators in some of the world's most demanding environments, in relation to both commercial and defense vehicles. LG: What is Allison Transmission's long-term vision for the region? BG: Its vision for the Middle East is to be the region's propulsion partner of choice - not just a supplier of transmissions, but a company that is focused on innovation, efficiency, productivity and reliability, while driving advancements in transmissions to support cleaner, more efficient transportation solutions. All of which will help to support the infrastructure and mobility ambitions of the region and improve the way it works. LogisticsGulf has built a strong momentum among municipal fleets, public transport, and commercial distribution, but significant opportunities exist in other sectors. Its pipeline of product innovation, including the 9-speed transmission, means LogisticsGulf is well placed to go after it. Meanwhile its partnerships with manufacturers from around the world have enabled seamless integration of Allison solutions across a wide range of vehicles and applications. Deepening that partner network is also central to its long-term ambition here.
Allison Transmission, the world's largest manufacturer of medium- and heavy-duty fully automatic transmissions, has seen its shares rise 25% this year, driven by strong institutional investor demand. The company's fourth-quarter fiscal 2025 results showed a 36% adjusted EBITDA margin, $73 million in defence revenue, and 2026 net income guidance of up to $750 million. MoneyFlows data reveals significant institutional buying, with unusually large trading volumes indicating Big Money accumulation. The company demonstrates strong fundamentals, including a 20.7% profit margin and 11.9% three-year earnings per share growth rate. EPS is estimated to increase 17.7% this year. Since first appearing on MoneyFlows' Outlier 20 report in 2018, ALSN shares have gained 162%, with continued institutional support suggesting further upside potential.
Allison Transmission entered into Amendment No. 5 to its Credit Agreement to expand liquidity and fund its acquisition of Dana’s off-highway business. The amendment upsizes the revolving credit facility from $750 million to $1.0 billion and adds a new $1.2 billion incremental term loan. The revolve…
Allison Transmission has initiated a $500 million senior notes offering to finance the acquisition of Dana's off-highway business. The funds, along with a $1.2 billion incremental term loan and existing cash, will support the acquisition. Completion depends on market conditions. The latest analyst rating for Allison Transmission Holdings (ALSN) is Hold with a $90 price target. The company shows strong financial performance but faces bearish momentum in a challenging market.
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