Planner Buyer

Now Hiring: Production Planner Buyer

Location: Lakewood, NJ
Position: Contract


We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Production Planner to coordinate production scheduling, material planning, and inventory management to support efficient, uninterrupted manufacturing operations.

This role is responsible for aligning production schedules with customer demand, material availability, and lead times while meeting On-Time Availability (OLA) and Days Inventory on Hand (DIOH) objectives.
Key Responsibilities

• Review and analyze material requirements generated by sales orders and Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems.
• Develop, maintain, and manage production schedules to ensure timely and efficient manufacturing.
• Generate purchase requisitions based on material requirements and production needs.
• Establish stocking plans and appropriate inventory levels to support production demand.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing, Quality Control, Purchasing, and Logistics to resolve discrepancies, establish priorities, and expedite material flow.
• Collaborate with Production, Export, and Shipping teams to support customer relationships and resolve freight and shipping issues.
• Evaluate and coordinate material transfers when practical and feasible.
• Partner with Purchasing and Receiving to address material shortages and ensure timely delivery to manufacturing.
• Maintain traceability of work-in-process (WIP) and finished goods, working with manufacturing teams to resolve material issues and minimize production delays.
• Coordinate with Logistics to maintain accurate inventory records for raw materials, packaging, WIP, and finished goods.
• Meet inventory accuracy targets, service-level goals, and cost objectives.
• Prepare and distribute reports on inventory levels and customer service performance.
• Develop, monitor, and provide monthly finished-goods forecasting reports.
• Review trends, analyze variances, and communicate findings and recommendations to management.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Zing Recruiting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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