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Buyer Full-time We are an IT, manufacturing and engineering recruiting agency we provide contract, contract-to-direct and direct hire opportunities. Job Description 1st shift - M - F; 8 am - 5 pm - Coordinate and execute scheduling activities for assigned part numbers using advanced planning system. Assure that the shop has the necessary materials, configuration records, manpower, and tooling to meet required manufacturing / production levels. Coordinate input on material shortages, farm out, and delivery of hardware. Identify and react to material plans that do not meet customer requirements. Monitor implementation of corrective action plans. Provide effective scheduling and implementation of all programs based on the Master Schedule, cycle time, shop capacity, hardware / tooling availability, and status to schedules. Monitor supply and demand misalignment using advanced planning system, and collaborate with manufacturing sources to implement corrective action plans. Act as a focal point and monitor assigned areas to ensure hardware and subassemblies' delivery dates meet production needs - Coordinate the efforts of cross-functional groups and across shifts to resolve bottlenecks, parts shortages, machine maintenance, manpower issues, and shop capacity. Work with shop management to develop hardware delivery commitments. Assure timely shipments to all customers and prepare and implement work orders and plans as required. Interface with demand management, shop scheduling, fulfillment team, configuration control, supply sources, customer service reps and other organizations as required. Maintain accurate trace ability for all records created during manufacturing of products and ICR transfers. Analyze and measure the current production status and identify problem areas that inhibit full schedule realization. Analyze data to determine opportunities to decrease inventory, improve customer service levels and reduce total costs. Required: Bachelor's degree or 4+ years in material planning. Previous scheduling experience using Oracle and/or Proficy. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Created: 2026-03-10