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Manufacturing Scheduler/Buyer

Rio Grande (Albuquerque, New Mexico)

At Rio Grande, a Manufacturing Scheduler/Buyer is responsible for executing production and purchase orders to balance capacity and optimize throughput for a variety of value streams. You will schedule and monitor manufacturing production orders and communicate with production teams to meet customer demand. In your role you will also perform a variety of purchasing functions including the procurement of raw materials, components, services and supplies, and identify cost reduction opportunities with new and existing vendors

Primary Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree preferred
5 years of production scheduling or purchasing experience in a manufacturing work environment using an ERP system
Strong understanding of Materials Requirements Planning
Demonstrated initiative, creativity, and good judgment in solving complex problems
Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively within a team within our participative management culture
Proficient in MS Office software including strong skills in Excel
Familiarity with lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and problem-solving concepts a plus
APICS certification preferred. Applicable work experience may be substituted for education or certification
See mistakes as learning opportunities
Be open to constructive feedback and discussion aimed at learning and improving

Primary Responsibilities:

Schedule and monitor manufacturing production orders in ERP system (SAP)
Collaborate with forecasting team to ensure stock levels are met
Develop master schedule to establish sequence and lead time of products to meet expected demand according to sales forecasts or customer orders
Plan and schedule workflow for each department and operation according to previously established manufacturing sequences and lead times
Effectively communicate with production teams to prioritize work to meet customer demand
Analyze data and reports and collaborate with other teams to determine manufacturing processes, tools, and human resource requirements
Oversee accuracy of master data including BOMs, routings, costs, and vendor data
Evaluate supplier performance, develop sourcing strategies, and maintain supplier partnerships
Prepare purchase orders to obtain materials, tools, and equipment and ensure timely delivery
Negotiate prices and terms with vendors to ensure product quality, cost, and availability
Collaborate effectively with internal and external partners to resolve quality issues
Facilitate information-sharing to ensure processes are in place and customer needs are met
Ensure accurate stock status information is available for customer service representatives
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused around improving the overall scheduling/purchasing system and processes

Compensation: Based on experience.

Benefits: Rio Grande provides a generous benefit package that includes a medical plan with low premium rates and no high deductible (includes dental and vision); company-paid life insurance, long-term disability and telemedicine; optional life insurance, short-term disability and flexible spending account; time-off benefits, which increase with tenure; tuition reimbursement; bereavement leave; employee discounts; 401(k) matching program and more! Rio Grande provides competitive compensation, which includes an opportunity to share in the profits.

Our associates strive for joint-accountability—working together for the success of our stakeholders—and we provide a thoughtful, fun and creative environment to support them. We encourage professional and personal development through a variety of training opportunities and a focus on promoting from within.

If interested, please click here to apply online.

About Rio Grande

Established in 1944, Rio Grande (a Berkshire-Hathaway Company) is one of New Mexico's most stable, yet fastest growing manufacturer / distributors, with thousands of valued customers around the world. We are a principle-based company with a highly evolved team-based environment. We can show you how a profoundly effective organization lives these values every day. You can find our 15 guiding Principles on our website as well as information about our community support and how we protect the environment.

Within our 180,000 sq. ft., solar-powered facility (thus covered parking for everyone!), Rio Grande maintains sales, marketing, supply chain and administrative offices; a climate-controlled distribution center with more than 30,000 SKUs; and a comprehensive, well-equipped manufacturing operation. Manufactured products include jewelry-making equipment (from basic tools to highly sophisticated induction casting machines) and jewelry components—both die-struck and cast. Capabilities include CAD/CAM, casting, stamp and form, metal finishing, CNC machining, manual milling, tool & die, and electronics/mechanical assembly.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Statement:
Guided by our core values, Rio Grande is committed to treating all people with dignity and respect. We are an equal-opportunity employer with a zero-tolerance policy for harassment or discrimination of any kind. As an advocate for equity and equality, we hire, train and promote qualified people of all backgrounds. We consider employment candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other underrepresented class. We value our associates and have won the yearly Healthiest Places to Work and Family Friendly Business awards on multiple occasions

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Updated: 10/1/23

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