Purchasing & Production Scheduling Manager

Immediate Career Opportunity – Manufacturing Environment

Our client, a well-established manufacturing organization, is seeking an experienced Purchasing & Production Scheduling Manager to join their team. This is a highly visible, plant-based leadership role responsible for overseeing purchasing, production scheduling, material planning, and inventory management while leading a collaborative team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Lead and manage the Purchasing and Production Scheduling teams.
• Develop and execute material planning strategies to support production requirements.
• Monitor inventory levels, identify excess or obsolete inventory, and implement corrective actions.
• Analyze lead times and supplier performance to ensure uninterrupted production flow.
• Coordinate purchasing activities to optimize cost, quality, and delivery performance.
• Partner with operations, production, engineering, and supply chain teams to support manufacturing objectives.
• Drive scheduling accuracy and production efficiency through effective planning processes.
• Understand and manage the impact of purchasing and inventory decisions on product cost and profitability.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Lead, mentor, and develop team members while fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing experience required.
• Prior experience in purchasing, materials management, production scheduling, supply chain, or related leadership roles.
• Strong understanding of:
  • Material planning
  • Inventory control and inventory obsolescence
  • Lead times and supplier management
  • Cost analysis
  • Supply chain operations
  • Production scheduling
• Proven leadership and team management experience.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• APICS Certification strongly preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Management, Supply Chain, or related field required.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems.

Position Details

• On-site/In-Plant Role – No remote or hybrid option available.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact within a growing manufacturing operation.

If you possess a strong manufacturing background and enjoy leading teams while driving operational excellence, we would welcome the opportunity to discuss this exciting career opportunity with you.