Production Scheduler and Buyer

Summary

Reporting to the Area Manager, the Scheduler/Buyer is responsible for overseeing production planning and tactical procurement to ensure materials and products are available when needed. This role coordinates production schedules across multiple areas to meet customer demand efficiently and cost effectively and manages manufactured inventory levels. The Scheduler/Buyer works closely with production teams on the shop floor, actively monitoring jobs, addressing delays, and adapting to schedule changes or unexpected issues to achieve on‑time delivery and maintain operational continuity.

• Plan and maintain optimal inventory levels for raw materials, components, and manufactured parts to meet demand and maintain appropriate stocking levels.
• Review ERP/MRP reports to create and adjust purchase orders, release work orders, and manage exception messages.
• Set lot sizes and reorder points to align supply with demand.

• Establish and maintain production schedules across multiple areas (e.g., sheet metal fabrication, assembly lines, sub‑assemblies).
• Monitor progress daily, address delays, and adjust schedules as needed to ensure on‑time delivery.

• Manage daily communication with suppliers, including purchase order follow‑up, delivery commitments, and expedited requests.
• Support resolution of quality issues, subcontracted work, and non‑conforming material returns.
• Provide input on supplier performance.
• Proactively inform internal teams of schedule changes or supply constraints.

• Support process improvement initiatives to enhance purchasing and planning efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED required; 2‑ or 4‑year degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline preferred; OR, 2‑5 years of related experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (Epicor experience preferred).
  • Specifically, exposure to procurement and/or buyer workbench.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management principles and production planning.
• Ability to understand and manage appropriate inventory levels and communicate potential shortages to all parties impacted.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Word and Excel.
• Experience reading and understanding engineering drawings.
• Ability to create and understand reports to make production decisions.
• Must be able and willing to work directly on the shop floor, in the manufacturing environment.
• Comfortable and proficient in communicating to all levels of the organization in a professional manner, including daily communication with production employees and leadership.
• APICS CPIM or similar supply chain certification preferred.
• Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives, a plus.
• Familiarity with material specifications defined by engineering designs, highly desired.

• Exhibits core cultural behaviors that reflect Perlick’s values to support our mission and vision.
• Being Resilient:
  Demonstrates composure and professionalism under difficult circumstances. Bounces back from setbacks or adversity. Maintains productivity under stress or pressure. Overcomes obstacles and learns from failures.
• Drives Engagement:
  Celebrates others’ successes. Helps others see why the work matters. Shares involvement and visibility with others. Draws a link between the work and own motivation.
• Plans and Aligns:
  Aligns own work plans and priorities with those of other units. Balances the need for adequate planning with the need for action. Creates a realistic timeline with steps outlined in the right sequence. Anticipates and minimizes bottlenecks or delays.
• Self‑Development:
  Shows personal commitment and takes action to continuously improve. Accepts assignments that broaden capabilities. Learns from new experiences, from others, and from structured learning. Makes the most of available development resources.

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