Buyer/Planner

Sika•Upper Deerfield Township, NJ

About The Position

Broad Function and Purpose of Position: Responsible for prioritizing and planning the production process to ensure uninterrupted manufacturing and achieve OLA and DIOH objectives. Create, update, and maintain production schedules in accordance with product demand, material availability, and appropriate lead-time and strategize the distribution planning access the SIKA distribution network. Work is performed under the general direction of the Materials Manager.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field is preferred
Proficient in ERP systems (SAP Preferred), advanced Excel skills, and experience with scheduling software (MRP)
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex data and make informed decisions.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in production or construction planning, scheduling, or a related role within a manufacturing or construction environment.
Self-motivated, self-starter

Responsibilities

Review and analyze material requirements generated by the MRP system.
Develop and manage production schedules to ensure timely production of goods.
Establish stocking plans and appropriate levels for materials for designated stocking locations.
Act as a liaison between manufacturing, quality control, purchasing and logistics to resolve discrepancies, determine priorities, and in general expedite the flow of materials based on production schedule requirements.
Work closely with procurement, production, warehouse, and logistics to build favorable relationships with customers, ensuring inventory availability and order fulfillment.
Evaluate and coordinate all material transfers where practical and feasible.
Maintain accurate master data to drive efficient purchasing processes and inventory management.
Coordinate with procurement and receiving on material shortages to ensure timely delivery to manufacturing.
Communicate to Corporate Procurement changes in pricing, lead times, or other issues impacting purchasing Master Data.
Generate and monitor open purchase orders and follow up on any past due or delayed receipts with the supplier.
Maintain ongoing traceability for WIP and finished product, coordinating with manufacturing personnel to solve any material problems to ensure on-schedule production.
Coordinate with warehouse to support maintaining inventory accuracy based on best practices
Achieve inventory accuracy goals, meet target service, and cost objectives.
Develop and track monthly report on schedule attainment, finished product forecast and others
Perform other responsibilities and special projects as required by manager