Manufacturing Planning & Procurement Specialist

About the role

The Manufacturing Planning & Procurement Specialist is responsible for managing and executing the planning, administrative, and system-driven activities that support daily manufacturing operations. This role serves as a critical partner to the Forecasting & Planning department by ensuring raw material availability, accurate product costing, schedule alignment, and ERP data integrity.

Responsibilities

• Review monthly manufacturing forecasts and translate them into weekly actionable production and material planning inputs for two locations.
• Procure raw materials in alignment with production schedules, inventory targets, and cost requirements.
• Refine weekly manufacturing schedules, for two locations, based on forecast changes, material availability, and capacity considerations.
• Generate, release, and manage work orders through completion, including verification of inventory availability and system transactions.
• Conduct routine audits of BOMs, work orders, and finished goods to ensure accurate cost attribution and margin integrity.
• Proactively identify and evaluate cost-saving opportunities for materials, components, and operational supplies used in manufacturing and warehouse operations.
• Maintain ERP data integrity by executing and auditing material, inventory, and production transactions.
• Support special projects and continuous improvement initiatives as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and have IDs needed to verify
• English literate and proficient (reading, writing, speaking, comprehension)
• Successful completion of a criminal background check is required
• Must be able to commute to this IN-HOUSE POSITION BASED IN ROCK HILL, SC

Qualifications

• Demonstrated aptitude in manufacturing administration, production planning, or supply chain operations
• Strong working knowledge of ERP systems, particularly work order management, inventory control, and purchasing
• Familiarity with Bills of Assemblies, backflushing, and manufacturing cost tracking
• Highly organized with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional manufacturing environment
• Computer proficient with Microsoft Office, including strong Excel and analytical skills
• Proven experience in procurement, sourcing, or manufacturing administration preferred
• Familiarity with foam, fibers, threads, and packaging materials strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of quality assurance processes and manufacturing standards
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently while maintaining strong cross-functional partnerships
• Familiarity with NeSuite is a plus
• Familiarity with BEDGEAR products and brand is a plus

Skills

• Strong working knowledge of ERP systems, particularly work order management, inventory control, and purchasing
• Familiarity with Bills of Assemblies, backflushing, and manufacturing cost tracking
• Highly organized with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional manufacturing environment
• Computer proficient with Microsoft Office, including strong Excel and analytical skills
• Proven experience in procurement, sourcing, or manufacturing administration preferred
• Familiarity with foam, fibers, threads, and packaging materials strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of quality assurance processes and manufacturing standards
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently while maintaining strong cross-functional partnerships
• Familiarity with NeSuite is a plus
• Familiarity with BEDGEAR products and brand is a plus

Benefits

BEDGEAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer that participates in the E-Verify program!