Description

Job Summary:

The Scheduler will coordinate schedules and inventories to ensure efficient and effective operation of the assigned department or Product line.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None. 

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Serves as a primary point of contact for and liaison with sales, returns, logistics, and appropriate departments.
• Collaborates and communicates with these departments to establish schedules and plans that allocate available resources to best serve client or customer needs.
• Periodically compares current and anticipated orders with available inventory of raw materials; uses judgment to anticipate demand for and to acquire additional supplies as needed.
• Negotiates with outside supply vendors; ensures accurate and timely delivery of orders.
• Integrates sales orders with master schedule; coordinates availability of raw materials, supplies, equipment, and staff as needed to meet delivery dates.
• Collaborates on the schedule for projects; revises as needed and alerts appropriate staff of schedule changes or delays.
• Participates in periodic forecasting meetings with sales, marketing, and other related departments;
• Performs other related duties, as required.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Thorough understanding of the business and supply chain.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.  
• At least two years of related experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at times.