Buyer / Planner

🚨 We’re Hiring: Buyer / Planner – Racine, WI Area (On-site)Badger Talent Solutions is partnering with a growing precision manufacturing company in the Racine, WI area to hire a Buyer / Planner for a full-time, on-site opportunity.This is a highly visible role supporting both purchasing and production planning operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. If you enjoy balancing supplier management, inventory control, scheduling, and problem-solving—this is an opportunity where your work will directly impact production flow and customer delivery performance.💥 Why Work Here:✔ Stable, growing manufacturing company with long-term opportunity✔ High-impact role with visibility across production, engineering, and leadership✔ Opportunity to wear multiple hats across purchasing, planning, and scheduling✔ Collaborative, hands-on manufacturing environment✔ Strong benefits package including 401(k), health insurance, PTO, and more🔧 What You’ll Be Doing:📦 Manage purchasing activities, supplier communication, and material availability📊 Review production schedules and convert demand into planned shop orders📈 Monitor inventory levels, lead times, and supplier performance metrics⚙️ Coordinate with production supervisors to adjust schedules and priorities🛠️ Maintain ERP/MRP system accuracy including BOMs, routings, pricing, and lead times🔍 Resolve shortages, late deliveries, non-conformances, and material-related issues🤝 Partner with engineering, quality, production, and customer service teams to support operations and delivery goals🎯 What You Bring:2+ years of experience with ERP/MRP systems in a manufacturing environmentUnderstanding of purchasing, scheduling, inventory, and supply chain flowAbility to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced operationExperience supporting machining, tooling, or industrial manufacturing operations preferredExcel, communication, and organizational skillsProblem-solving mindset with strong follow-through and attention to detailIf you're someone who enjoys keeping operations moving, solving production challenges, and making a direct impact on manufacturing performance, we’d love to connect.