Production Planner & Procurement Specialist

Lubrizol Corporation; Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with performance‑dr

401(k) match

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid holidays, vacation, and parental

Job summary

Lubrizol Corporation in Clifton, NJ is seeking a Production Planner & Procurement Specialist to coordinate production plans, manage inventory, and procure raw materials to meet customer demand. The role interfaces with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Customer Service, and Operations to develop schedules and ensure material availability for continuous plant operations.

The candidate will optimize stock levels, monitor inventory, and drive safe, cost-efficient operations at the Clifton plant,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years in production planning, scheduling, procurement, and inventory management in an industrial environment.
• Experience using ERP systems for production planning, purchasing, and inventory management.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and customers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage production schedules to meet customer delivery requirements and optimally use production capacity.
• Purchase raw materials/chemicals to support production schedule while managing lead-times and storage space.
• Collaborate with Operations to meet schedules and maintain stock levels.
• Collaborate with Customer Service and Supply Chain to ensure product availability and delivery.
• Establish safety stock levels for packaged products based on historical usage and demand.
• Monitor slow-moving inventories and rework as needed.
• Work with Warehouse Manager to maintain finished product stock and storage space.
• Investigate alternate suppliers and raw material versions to improve productivity and safety.
• Set shipping requirements with suppliers regarding equipment, labeling, and delivery times.
• Represent the plant in quality and service issues involving raw materials and suppliers.
• Enter raw material purchase orders into SAP S4, create process orders, generate batch sheets, and reconcile data.
• Support Warehouse Manager and Production Department, maintain inventory levels, and assist with special projects and HSE&S responsibilities.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

SAP

Job description

Production Planner & Procurement Specialist

Location: Clifton, NJ, US, 7012

Job Type: Full -Time / On-Site

Salary Range: $65, 000 – $80,000

How You’ll Make an Impact

The Production Planning & Procurement Specialist is responsible for ensuring uninterrupted plant operations by coordinating production plans, managing inventory levels, and procuring raw materials to meet customer demand and business objectives. Working closely with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Customer Service, and Operations teams, this role develops and maintains production schedules, monitors inventory to optimize stock levels and ensures timely availability of materials. The position plays a key role in balancing production efficiency, inventory management, and supply continuity to support safe, reliable, and cost-effective operations at the Clifton plant. In this role you will:

• Develop and manage production schedules to meet customer delivery requirements and best utilize the company’s production capacity.
• Purchase raw materials/chemicals to support production schedule while managing lead-times, storage space and production requirements.
• Collaborate with Operations to meet established schedules and maintain stock levels.
• Collaborate with Customer Service and Supply Chain to ensure product availability and delivery.
• Establish safety stock levels for packaged products based on historical usage, sales forecasts, and current demand.
• Monitor slow-moving and non-working inventories, reworking and blending as needed.
• Work with the Warehouse Manager to maintain adequate finished product stock and address storage space issues.
• Investigate alternate suppliers and raw material versions based on market changes to improve productivity and safety.
• Set shipping requirements with suppliers regarding equipment, labeling, and delivery times.
• Represent the plant in quality and service issues involving raw materials and suppliers, maintaining service and quality records.
• Enter raw material purchase orders into SAP S4, create process orders, generate batch sheets, and reconcile completed batch data.
• Support the Warehouse Manager and Production Department, maintain critical inventory levels, and assist with special projects and HSE&S responsibilities

Required Qualifications that Enable Your Success

• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent.
• 3 or more years of experience in production planning, scheduling, procurement, inventory management in an industrial environment.
• Experience using ERP systems for production planning, purchasing, and inventory management.Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and other Microsoft Office applications
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and customers.

Preferred Qualifications that Drive you Forward

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree
• Experience using SAP including Production Planning, Scheduling, and Procurement functions
• Experience with 5S Methodology
• Knowledge of ISO 9001

Your Work Environment

• Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods
• Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided
• Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment
• Occasional lifting or movement of materials
• Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards

We continuously invest in our facilities and technologies to ensure they support your well-being, productivity, and growth. If you require reasonable accommodation, we are committed to working with you to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.

Benefits that Empower You

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans
• 401(k) match + Age-Weighted Defined Contribution
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave