What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer / Planner position at Hayward Holdings, Inc.?
Hayward is a global leader in residential and commercial pool equipment, delivering innovative solutions that help customers enjoy water safely, efficiently, and sustainably. As we continue to grow, we're seeking a Buyer/Planner to play a critical role in supporting our manufacturing operations and driving supply chain excellence.
What You'll Do
As a key member of the Materials team, you will be responsible for developing and managing production schedules, ensuring material availability, and optimizing manufacturing performance to meet customer demand.
Key responsibilities include:
- Manage production schedules and departmental work orders to support the master production plan
- Analyze capacity, labor, and material requirements to ensure efficient production flow
- Monitor inventory levels and maintain planning data within AS/400 and Microsoft D365 ERP systems
- Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Customer Service, Sales, and Supply Chain teams to support operational goals
- Evaluate engineering changes, new product introductions, and inventory impacts
- Expedite materials and production issues while balancing changing priorities
- Prepare production and inventory reports and participate in continuous improvement initiatives
- Support supplier quality and non-conforming material resolution activities
What We're Looking For
- 3 years of production planning, materials planning, or supply chain experience within a manufacturing environment
- Strong ERP/MRP experience, preferably AS/400 and/or Microsoft Dynamics 365
- Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, and formulas
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management abilities
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- APICS/CPIM certification is a plus