PRODUCTION SCHEDULER & MATERIALS BUYER
- Develop and maintain production schedules based on customer demand, inventory levels, material availability, and production capacity.
- Source and purchase raw materials, specialty materials, and components required to support manufacturing operations.
- Monitor inventory levels and material requirements to ensure uninterrupted production while minimizing excess inventory.
- Communicate with Production, Engineering, Sales, Purchasing, and Quality teams to coordinate schedules and resolve material or production constraints.
- Establish and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure quality, service, and on-time delivery.
- Analyze demand, supply, and production data to forecast material requirements and optimize scheduling decisions.
- Identify and resolve issues that may impact production schedules, including material shortages, delivery delays, quality concerns, or capacity constraints.
- Track purchase orders, deliveries, backorders, and inventory transactions to ensure accurate material planning.
- Prepare and maintain reports related to purchasing activity, inventory levels, supplier performance, and production scheduling metrics.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on inventory management, material flow, production efficiency, and cost reduction.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Proficient in ERP systems, spreadsheets, databases, and planning software.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills with internal teams and external suppliers.
- Knowledge of purchasing, inventory control, production scheduling, and supply chain principles.
- Understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, quality standards, and production workflows.
- Effective negotiation and supplier management skills.
- Ability to prepare accurate reports and maintain detailed records.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-through.
- Ability to adapt to changing business conditions and production priorities.
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