Buyer/planner Scheduler

Aston Carter•Neenah, WI

5d•$65,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly organized Planner/Scheduler to oversee all purchasing functions, ensuring material availability and aligning purchasing with production requirements. The ideal candidate will secure cost-effective, high-quality parts through supplier negotiations and implement strategies to minimize lead times while optimizing supplier performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience preferred.
Minimum 2 years of purchasing experience, ideally in a manufacturing setting.
Familiarity with engineering drawings, flow charts, and Bill of Materials.
Hands-on experience with MRP/ERP systems.
Strong supplier management skills, including quoting, order processing, and performance tracking.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, email, and internet applications.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

APICS or CPM coursework/certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

Oversee all purchasing functions to maintain material availability.
Secure cost-effective, high-quality parts through supplier negotiations.
Partner with internal teams to align purchasing with production requirements.
Place orders for materials and supplies based on production schedules and instructions.
Implement strategies to minimize lead times and optimize supplier performance.
Monitor daily MRP exception reports, purchase order statuses, and action lists; take corrective measures as needed.
Ensure timely delivery of goods to meet manufacturing timelines.
Keep purchasing records and system data accurate and up to date.
Address and resolve supplier-related issues promptly.
Conduct vendor reviews to evaluate pricing, inventory levels, and process improvements for cost savings.
Maintain compliance with company policies on purchase orders and contracts.
Analyze market trends and delivery systems to anticipate material needs.
Handle vendor disputes and claims in accordance with company standards.
Prepare requisitions, approve, and issue purchase orders under established policies and negotiated terms.
Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

Health Insurance - COMPANY PAID EMPLOYEE MEDICAL PREMIUMS LOW deductible and LOW out of pocket max
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Life Insurance – COMPANY PAID
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability – COMPANY PAID
Paid Vacation
TWO retirement plans (401k plan with match AND defined contribution plan)
10 paid holidays a year
Tuition Reimbursement
Referral rewards program
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday