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Energy Jobline ZR · Rocky Mount, North Carolina
Job DescriptionJob Description
The Scheduling & Procurement Specialist is responsible for coordinating production schedules and procurement activities to ensure materials, resources, and production priorities are aligned to support efficient and timely manufacturing operations. This position works closely with Production, Quality, Warehouse, Purchasing, Sales/Customer Service, and Management to maintain appropriate material availability, communicate scheduling priorities, monitor supply needs, and address issues that may affect production.
Production Scheduling & Planning
Develop, maintain, and communicate production schedules based on customer requirements, inventory levels, material availability, production capacity, and operational priorities.
Coordinate daily and weekly production schedules with Production Management and other applicable departments.
Review production requirements and identify potential scheduling conflicts, capacity constraints, or material shortages.
Adjust production schedules as priorities, customer requirements, equipment availability, staffing, or material conditions change.
Communicate schedule changes and priorities to appropriate departments in a timely manner.
Monitor production progress and follow up on schedule requirements to help ensure orders remain on track.
Coordinate with Production and Warehouse personnel to ensure materials are available when needed.
Identify opportunities to improve scheduling efficiency, workflow, production sequencing, and resource utilization.
Maintain accurate scheduling information within the applicable ERP/MRP system.
Provide scheduling updates and information to Management as requested.
Assist with production planning and capacity considerations for new or changing customer requirements.
Procurement & Purchasing
Prepare, issue, and maintain purchase orders for raw materials, components, supplies, and other items necessary to support operations.
Monitor inventory levels and purchasing requirements to maintain appropriate material availability.
Review material requirements and coordinate purchasing activities based on production schedules and inventory needs.
Communicate with suppliers regarding orders, pricing, availability, lead times, delivery dates, and order status.
Follow up on open purchase orders and outstanding deliveries.
Expedite materials when necessary to prevent or minimize production delays.
Research supplier options, pricing, lead times, and availability as needed.
Assist with obtaining quotes and evaluating purchasing options based on cost, quality, availability, and delivery requirements.
Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier information within the applicable ERP/MRP system.
Monitor supplier performance and communicate recurring concerns to Management.
Assist with resolving discrepancies involving purchase orders, quantities, deliveries, invoices, or materials.
Support efforts to control purchasing costs while maintaining required quality and availability.
Maintain organized procurement records and documentation.
Communication & Coordination
Serve as a central point of communication between Production, Purchasing, Warehouse, Quality, Sales/Customer Service, and Management regarding scheduling and material requirements.
Communicate potential production or material issues promptly and work with the appropriate departments to develop solutions.
Maintain professional and productive relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Provide timely status updates regarding production schedules, material availability, purchase orders, and potential delays.
Coordinate priorities when multiple production or purchasing needs require attention.
Escalate significant supply, scheduling, quality, or delivery concerns to Management when appropriate.
Systems, Documentation & Reporting
Maintain accurate production scheduling, purchasing, inventory, and supplier information in company systems.
Review system information for accuracy and identify discrepancies that may affect production or purchasing decisions.
Prepare reports and provide information related to production schedules, purchasing activity, inventory requirements, open orders, and supplier status.
Maintain appropriate documentation related to purchase orders, scheduling changes, supplier communications, and other procurement activities.
Support continuous improvement efforts related to scheduling, purchasing, inventory management, and operational efficiency.
General Responsibilities
Maintain confidentiality of company, customer, supplier, and business information.
Follow all company policies, procedures, safety requirements, and quality standards.
Maintain a professional, organized, and service-oriented approach when working with employees, suppliers, and customers.
Demonstrate accountability for assigned responsibilities and follow through on commitments.
Interpersonal Skills
Ability to work effectively with employees and leaders across multiple departments.
Ability to establish and maintain professional supplier relationships.
Demonstrates accountability, reliability, and follow-through.
Ability to remain calm and solution-focused when priorities change or issues arise.
Demonstrates sound judgment when determining when an issue can be resolved independently and when escalation is necessary.
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.
Communication Skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to communicate production priorities, schedule changes, material requirements, and potential delays clearly and professionally.
Ability to communicate effectively with suppliers regarding pricing, availability, lead times, delivery expectations, and order status.
Ability to provide clear and timely information to Management and internal departments.
Ability to listen, ask appropriate questions, and obtain the information necessary to resolve scheduling or procurement issues.
Business Skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to analyze production requirements, inventory information, and purchasing needs.
Understanding of production scheduling and manufacturing processes.
Understanding of purchasing and procurement practices.
Ability to evaluate pricing, lead times, availability, and supplier performance.
Ability to identify potential supply or scheduling problems and take proactive action.
Strong computer skills and ability to learn and effectively use ERP/MRP systems.
Ability to work with spreadsheets, reports, purchasing records, and production data.
Understanding of inventory control principles.
Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Education & Experience
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or a related field .
Previous experience in production scheduling, purchasing, procurement, inventory control, supply chain, or a related manufacturing environment .
Experience coordinating with suppliers and managing purchase orders .
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
Primarily office-based work within a manufacturing facility.
Regular interaction with Production, Warehouse, Quality, Maintenance, and other operational areas.
May require walking through the manufacturing facility to review production status, inventory, or material requirements.
Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment while following all applicable safety and PPE requirements.
Ability to work a standard full-time schedule and adjust work priorities as business needs require.
Core Expectations
The Scheduling & Procurement Specialist is expected to:
Plan ahead rather than react to problems.
Maintain accurate and reliable information.
Communicate changes promptly.
Follow through on commitments.
Identify potential production or material issues before they become operational problems.
Work collaboratively across departments.
Support the company's commitment to quality, customer service, productivity, and operational efficiency.
\nCompany Description
When food safety and quality matter, trust the Stik-Pak Standard. Our standard is based on the Safe Quality Food System (SQF). Our state-of-the-art facility and third party validation ensure our co-packing processes meet the highest standards of quality and food safety. www.stikpaksolutions.com
Company DescriptionWhen food safety and quality matter, trust the Stik-Pak Standard. Our standard is based on the Safe Quality Food System (SQF). Our state-of-the-art facility and third party validation ensure our co-packing processes meet the highest standards of quality and food safety. www.stikpaksolutions.com
Details
| Company | Energy Jobline ZR |
| Location | Rocky Mount, North Carolina |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | Business and Financial Operations Occupations |