Associate Scheduler/Planner

Bradley Corporation • Menomonee Falls, WI

124d • Onsite

About The Position

We're Watts. Together, we're reimagining the future of water. We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource. What we do: For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead. Bradley is a leader in commercial washrooms and safety solutions. Celebrating over 100 years in business, we take pride in our work as a US manufacturer. With a culture focused on innovation, quality, and family, you will know your colleagues on a first-name basis in a friendly yet professional environment where your voice matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or 2+ years of work experience in Supply Chain, Business, Materials Management or related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of ERP systems (Epicor is a plus).
• Ability to understand and interpret engineering drawings, technical data, and product specifications.
• ASCM (APICS) and/or ISM certifications.

Responsibilities

• Help to establish the production schedule and rough cut capacity plans for assigned Product Areas by balancing demand forecasts, production capabilities, resource constraints, service level targets, and inventory goals.
• Evaluate and manage ERP (Epicor) data including planning parameters to ensure clean data in support of managing by exception, long term requirements planning with suppliers and supporting first call resolution for customers.
• Manage proper inventory levels and replenishment techniques to achieve and/or improve performance to market expected lead times from all distribution points.
• Assist with the establishment of a logical level loaded schedule for assigned production work centers while in alignment with the production schedule following the priorities of customer orders, safety stock, and forecast.
• Review MRP requisitions and ERP status reports, check on materials and parts shortages, and expedite deliveries to ensure material availability and proper inventory levels at all distribution points.
• Effectively collaborate with Production Supervisors in support of schedule attainment while maintaining and communicating order statuses and completion dates with Customer Service.
• Communicate with manufacturing and other personnel as required to keep them informed of accurate delivery schedules, material lead-times, and other pertinent information required for the manufacture of customer orders or new product development.
• Ensure proper inventory strategies and replenishment techniques are utilized.
• Recommend and implement corrective actions in collaboration with vendors, Engineering, Quality, and Purchasing staff.
• Collaborate with Purchasing Team to ensure timely delivery of sourced materials.
• Process RMA and re-work jobs as directed by customer service and quality.
• Participate in the implementation of supply chain process improvements using the SCOR model.
• Assume responsibility for other projects and duties as assigned by the Sales and Operations Planning Manager or Company management.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience.
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits.
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave.
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off.
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement.
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Furniture and Related Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree