Strategic Purchasing & Production Planner

Hydraflow; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydraflow is seeking a Purchasing/Production Planner in Fullerton, CA to manage vendor negotiations, production planning, and inventory control. You will coordinate with manufacturing teams and suppliers to ensure timely material availability and adherence to production schedules.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with 1+ years of purchasing/planning experience, MRP knowledge, and strong organizational and analytical skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and fluent English are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• 1+ years Purchasing/Planning/Scheduling experience.
• Manufacturing or Quality background preferred.
• Demonstrated MRP knowledge.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Fluent in English (read, speak, write).
• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident).

Responsibilities

• Select and negotiate with approved vendors to place purchase orders.
• Interface between manufacturing/operations, purchasing planning and inventory control.
• Prepare Production Plan based on forecast and inventory guidelines.
• Negotiate price, delivery terms and production timelines with suppliers.
• Identify cost savings and develop new suppliers.
• Write Job Travelers and Purchase Orders.
• Maintain MRP dates and ensure timely material orders.
• Ensure materials are available to meet production demand.
• Coordinate with manufacturing to resolve material shortages or issues.
• Prepare manufacturing plan to meet demand requirements.
• Analyze shortages, review order progress and adjust plans.
• Maintain positive team relationships and support Hydraflow objectives.
• Adhere to 5S standards and company policies.

Skills

MRP knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Fluent in English

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Hydraflow is seeking a Purchasing/Production Planner in Fullerton, CA to manage vendor negotiations, production planning, and inventory control. You will coordinate with manufacturing teams and suppliers to ensure timely material availability and adherence to production schedules.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with 1+ years of purchasing/planning experience, MRP knowledge, and strong organizational and analytical skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and fluent English are essential.