On-Site Strategic Buyer & Production Planner

Sewer Equipment; Vinton (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ideal Industries is seeking a proactive full-time Buyer/Planner to manage end-to-end procurement and production scheduling of fabricated components. This on-site role in Vinton, Iowa aligns material availability with daily manufacturing goals, optimizing inventory and keeping the welding and fabrication shop running at maximum efficiency.

Responsibilities include sourcing, forecasting, and purchasing, master planning in Made2Manage (M2M), implementing Kanban and Lean, building supplier

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field; APICS/CPIM a plus.
• Experience as Buyer/Planner in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with Made2Manage (M2M) or similar ERP.
• Strong knowledge of Kanban and Lean manufacturing.
• Understanding of welding and fabrication processes is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Source, forecast, and purchase fabricated components to support high-volume welding and fabrication.
• Master and execute purchasing and production planning in M2M ERP.
• Implement Kanban and Lean principles to control inventory and flow.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships, negotiate pricing and terms.
• Collaborate with the GM and shop floor to develop and adjust production schedules.
• Analyze purchasing trends and KPIs for cost savings and efficiency.

Skills

Procurement

Planning

MRP/ERP systems

Kanban

Lean manufacturing

Vendor management

Production scheduling

Continuous improvement

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or related field

APICS/CPIM certification

Tools

Made2Manage (M2M)

Job description

Ideal Industries is seeking a proactive full-time Buyer/Planner to manage end-to-end procurement and production scheduling of fabricated components. This on-site role in Vinton, Iowa aligns material availability with daily manufacturing goals, optimizing inventory and keeping the welding and fabrication shop running at maximum efficiency.

Responsibilities include sourcing, forecasting, and purchasing, master planning in Made2Manage (M2M), implementing Kanban and Lean, building supplier