Operations (Wave) Planner Lead

Stauffer Manufacturing•Royersford, PA

48d•Hybrid

About The Position

Family-owned and operated for five generations, Stauffer Glove & Safety is a leader in the distribution of safety and PPE products. Stauffer Glove & Safety is looking for an experienced Operations Planner to join our team in Red Hill, Pennsylvania. The Operations (Wave) Planner Lead is responsible for leading and overseeing the team of Wave Planners who allocate orders and release work to the warehouse floor. This role ensures that all processes are clearly documented and that communication with the Customer Service team remains consistent, timely, and efficient. Required to be knowledgeable of Shipping and Inventory operations and is capable of actively supporting all daily Wave Planning activities as needed. This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. with a hybrid work schedule. Wednesday and Friday can work from home. Limited travel is expected for this position.

Requirements

Minimum High School degree or GED equivalent
3 or more years’ experience in an inventory management or distribution level position.

Nice To Haves

Preferred 3-5 years in an inventory management or distribution level experience preferred.
Working knowledge and proficiency in JDA Warehouse Management system

Responsibilities

Oversee and maintain all wave planning processes and system operations, ensuring accuracy, attention to detail, and timely execution of all tasks. Actively participate in daily planning and release activities as needed.
Coordinate closely with Warehouse Managers, Supervisors, and the Customer Service team to ensure a consistent and balanced flow of work throughout the day.
Allocate and release orders to the Shipping Department in a timely manner, ensuring all daily customer orders are processed and ready for shipment by end of day.
Monitor and manage order queues, identifying and resolving delays or bottlenecks to maintain operational efficiency and on-time performance.
Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve system or data discrepancies related to inventory, orders, or allocations; escalate issues to IT or leadership as appropriate.
Ensure all wave planning procedures and documentation are maintained accurately and updated regularly to reflect current practices.
Communicate clearly and professionally with staff and all levels of management, ensuring effective coordination across departments to meet customer and operational requirements.
Monitor key performance metrics related to order fulfillment, system accuracy, and workflow efficiency, providing feedback or recommendations for process improvements.
Support training and cross-training efforts within the Operations Planning team to ensure coverage, consistency, and operational resilience.