Buyer / Planner

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hayward holdingsFranklin (TN)

Purchasing Agents, Except Wholesale, Retail, and Farm Products Plastics Plumbing Fixture Manufacturing

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About the role

Hayward is a global leader in residential and commercial pool equipment, delivering innovative solutions that help customers enjoy water safely, efficiently, and sustainably. As we continue to grow, we're seeking a Buyer/Planner to play a critical role in supporting our manufacturing operations and driving supply chain excellence.

What You'll Do: As a key member of the Materials team, you will be responsible for developing and managing production schedules, ensuring material availability, and optimizing manufacturing performance to meet customer demand.

Key responsibilities include:

Manage production schedules and departmental work orders to support the master production plan
Analyze capacity, labor, and material requirements to ensure efficient production flow
Monitor inventory levels and maintain planning data within AS/400 and Microsoft D365 ERP systems
Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Customer Service, Sales, and Supply Chain teams to support operational goals
Evaluate engineering changes, new product introductions, and inventory impacts
Expedite materials and production issues while balancing changing priorities
Prepare production and inventory reports and participate in continuous improvement initiatives
Support supplier quality and non-conforming material resolution activities

What We're Looking For:

3+ years of production planning, materials planning, or supply chain experience within a manufacturing environment
Strong ERP/MRP experience, preferably AS/400 and/or Microsoft Dynamics 365 Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, and formulas
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management abilities
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Bachelor's degree preferredAPICS/CPIM certification is a plus

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