Buyer, Manufacturing / Production
Listed on 2026-02-06
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Manufacturing / Production
Production Manager, Operations Engineer, Materials Engineer, Manufacturing Production
Lasko Products, a market leader in home comfort products for over 100 years, is looking to add a Buyer to the Supply Chain team in our Franklin, TN manufacturing facility. This role will be fully onsite.
This role is a critical member of the Supply Chain team, responsible for ensuring the timely availability of raw materials that support uninterrupted production. The position partners closely with Production, Planning, and suppliers to manage inventory levels, execute material planning through MRP/ERP systems, and proactively mitigate material risks.
Job Responsibilities- Manage and monitor plant raw material inventory, including but not limited to:
- Cold rolled steel / steel coils
- Resin
- Paints, colorants, liquid chemicals, and consumables
- Review daily and weekly inventory reports to ensure material availability for production
- Reconcile physical inventory vs MRP/ERP data and investigate variances
- Work closely with Production and Planning to support production schedules and material flow
- Proactively identify potential shortages and take corrective action ahead of production impact
- Place and manage purchase orders aligned with production forecasts, lead times, and safety stock requirements
- Review and action MRP messages (reschedule, expedite, de-expedite, cancel)
- Support cycle counts and inventory accuracy initiatives
- Coordinate with suppliers on delivery timing, constraints, and changes in demand
- Participate in S&OP / production planning discussions as needed
- Communicate material risks, constraints, and recovery plans clearly to Operations and Management
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
- 3–5 years of experience in materials planning, inventory management, production planning, or a related supply chain role within a manufacturing environment
- Hands-on experience working with MRP/ERP systems to plan, schedule, and manage raw materials
- Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, production flow, and material requirements planning
- Experience managing raw material inventories and supporting production schedules in a plant setting
- Proven ability to analyze inventory, demand, and planning data to identify risks and drive corrective actions
- Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Effective communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally and communicate material risks clearly to stakeholders
- Experience working cross-functionally with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Finance
Better Air Starts Here.
Lasko Products is the leading air solutions brand with a reputation for reliable products and innovation. Founded in 1906, Lasko serves consumer and commercial markets across North America and internationally. Headquartered in West Chester, PA, with manufacturing and distribution facilities nationwide, Lasko continues to set the standard in the air solutions category.
Lasko’s mission is to enhance lives by creating comfortable environments with innovative products you can trust.
Five Core ValuesBe Bold
- Challenge the status quo
- Courageously pursue the impossible
Be Together
- Work together for success
- Drive trust and candor with each other
- Lead with personal conviction
- Inspire each other to deliver high-quality results
- Leverage resilience and agility to drive excellence
Be Accountable
- Consistently deliver to our customers
- Embrace commitments as a contract
- Take pride in our actions
Be The Change
- Demonstrate a passion to win
- Make a difference at work in our communities
- Step forward and take initiative
At Lasko, we believe people do their best work when they’re supported—personally and professionally. We offer flexible hours and a hybrid work schedule for our corporate team, a dog-friendly headquarters, competitive salaries with bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package including a strong 401(k) match, wellness incentives, and robust health coverage.
Join Lasko and be part of a legacy of innovation.
Voluntary Self-IdentificationWe value equal employment opportunity and do not discriminate on the basis of any protected status. This section covers voluntary self-identification for veterans and disability status in compliance with applicable law.
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