Buyer/Planner

Sika•Riverside, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Sika Corporation is looking for an experienced Buyer/Planner to join its growing team in the Riverside, CA location. The Buyer/Planner is 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. 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.

Requirements

Proficient in ERP systems (SAP Preferred)
Advanced Excel skills
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.

Responsibilities

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.
Strategize the distribution planning across the SIKA distribution network.
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 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.