Strategic Production Planner & Buyer

Corning Inc.; Hemlock (MI); On-site; USD 63,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonuses

Pension plan

Health benefits

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Corning Incorporated in Michigan seeks a Production Planner/Buyer to plan, procure, and coordinate materials for manufacturing operations. The role develops production schedules, manages inventory, and collaborates across operations and supply chain to meet demand while optimizing cost and utilization.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in a related field and 3+ years in supply chain or production planning, with strong ERP/MRP experience and MS Excel proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or a technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, production planning, materials management, or a related manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of production planning, inventory management, procurement, and supply chain processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules, work orders, and material plans to support customer demand and operational objectives.
• Manage procurement activities for direct and indirect materials, services, spare parts, and consumables from requisition through delivery.
• Monitor inventory levels, material availability, capacity, lead times, and forecasts to ensure uninterrupted production and optimal inventory performance.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, logistics, warehouse, and supply chain teams to align production plans and material requirements.
• Manage supplier performance, resolve supply issues, and ensure continuity of supply while maintaining the best total cost position.
• Utilize ERP, MES, and planning systems to manage schedules, purchase orders, inventory transactions, and production performance.
• Analyze KPIs related to inventory, schedule adherence, on-time delivery, supplier performance, and production efficiency.
• Support process improvement initiatives, new product introductions, engineering changes, and continuous improvement activities.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, supply chain procedures, and internal controls.

Skills

Production planning

Inventory management

Procurement

ERP/MRP systems

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Organization

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or a technical field

Tools

MS Excel

SAP knowledge

MES/ERP systems

Job description

Corning Incorporated in Michigan seeks a Production Planner/Buyer to plan, procure, and coordinate materials for manufacturing operations. The role develops production schedules, manages inventory, and collaborates across operations and supply chain to meet demand while optimizing cost and utilization.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in a related field and 3+ years in supply chain or production planning, with strong ERP/MRP experience and MS Excel proficiency.