Buyer/Production Planner I

About the role

This role plays an important part in supporting our customers, strengthening our business, and contributing to the long-term growth of Douglas Dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Set production schedules based on the forecasted production plan and customer demand.
• Work with internal and external suppliers to bring in material as required in the quantity required.
• Work to control inventory levels through lean principles.
• Support a culture consistent with the company’s core values and vision statement.
• Promote respectful, open, and honest communication across the organization.
• Follow Company policies and procedures regarding work and conduct.
• Manage production schedules according to Level Loaded production philosophy in support of Sales Forecasts and/or Actual Open Orders; includes inter-company requirements.
• Create and maintain Kanban systems.
• Manage and order materials from outside suppliers as required to support internal production part requirement, as triggered by internal pull systems.
• Cut releases to the supply chain daily.
• Follow up with suppliers on past due releases.
• Plan level loaded daily build schedules for shop floor associates.
• Work with Global Sourcing and Supply Team to support supplier improvement opportunities aligned to company strategies.
• Participate in supplier events.
• Utilize Excel tools that improve task efficiency (in accordance with IT policies).
• Support the cycle count program to identify opportunities for improving inventory accuracy.
• Participate in internal and external Kaizen events.
• Support Engineering team with BOM and spec doc updates.
• Support Quality Control and GSS team with defective/non-conforming parts.
• Work with receiving and accounting departments to reconcile invoicing issues.
• Support the company’s Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Growth Programs to continuously strive to maintain and improve our standing as “Best-In-Class”.

Requirements

• Two-year associate degree in business or other related field or 3 years of related work experience.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Word, Excel, Outlook, Access); working knowledge of ERP systems preferred.
• Experience with Epicor is a plus.

Additional Skills

• Ability to effectively communicate with written and oral communication throughout the organization and with supply chain.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes is preferred.
• Excellent oral and written presentation skills.

What We Offer

• A fulfilling career with the opportunity to contribute to an industry leader
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• A comprehensive benefits package
• Generous 401(k) match
• Profit sharing for all full-time employees
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities, including access to Douglas Dynamics University (DDU)

Benefits

• Safe and inclusive workplace
• Equal opportunity employer
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Profit sharing for all full-time employees
• Access to Douglas Dynamics University (DDU)