Purchasing & Scheduling Coordinator

Purchasing & Scheduling CoordinatorLocation: Fletcher, North Carolina Reports to: Production Manager Company Profile: Richards Industrials, founded in 1961, is a manufacturer of pressure regulators, control valves, and other fluid control products, known by our customers for high-quality products, excellent customer service, and fast & reliable deliveries. Our products are marketed under a series of distinct brands, each of which is used in unique applications that require precise technical attributes. The company serves a range of end markets, including pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, chemicals, petrochemicals, and various industrial segments. The company has two locations, Cincinnati, OH, and Fletcher, NC, and a global headcount of 190. Equipped with an experienced, passionate team, our company focuses on driving profitable growth through operational excellence, opening new channels to market, and investing in new products. Equilibar, based in Fletcher, NC, manufactures specialized valves that enable pharmaceutical, green energy, and research organizations to solve complex fluid control challenges and bring innovative products to market. Equilibar has four core values: Empowerment Employees are our most valuable asset Collaboration Together we achieve more Pioneering Spirit Curiosity and innovation are our driving forces Service Mindset Never stop advocating for the Customer And our purpose is to solve tomorrow's demanding fluid control problems, today. The Position: Equilibar is now seeking a motivated and results-oriented Purchasing & Scheduling Coordinator. The Purchasing/Scheduling Coordinator is a high-paced, customer-focused position that combines the skills of planning, communication, teamwork, and critical thinking. The main functions of this position are to acquire all the components from multiple vendors on time and schedule the parts into the assembly queue to become built regulators. Once scheduled into assembly, the position requires you to also provide a promised shipping date to the end-user, based on the date of assembly/testing. He or she will be responsible for the following: Reviewing released Sales Orders to schedule and purchase per the process workflow Managing and performing the purchasing function for all parts required to fulfill customer orders. In doing so, pay close attention to the necessary parts to assemble Equilibar back pressure regulators. Maintaining an inventory level in line with company goals, balancing lead time and inventory turn metrics Reviewing or modifying and scheduling all Sales Orders into production utilizing Equilibar scheduling tools. Providing estimated, final, or modified delivery dates to Customer Service Communicating purchase order information and changes with staff. Working with the Production Supervisor and Manager to see if expedites are possible, and that expedites are successfully carried through and communicated effectively with the production department. Completing all purchase orders as requested by a variety of internal departments. Managing and maintaining a system for alternate and new material sourcing for Engineering. Managing and maintaining a system for RFQs for new products, as well as existing items. Proactively making plans to keep supply in line with demand while finding creative ways to decrease costs. Understanding technical engineering drawings Collaborate with Engineering and Quality to ensure correct drawings and purchasing descriptions are sent with purchase orders for fabricated components. Maintaining positive working relationships with vendors, addressing any concerns they bring up, as well as maintaining an open line of communication between them and Equilibar Ensuring items arrive as scheduled to meet promise shipment dates, and expediting work where possible Representing Equilibar with a professional, customer-first, friendly, and problem-solving mentality Using the Equilibar ERP System and established systems to maintain KPIs, Buy Lists, Purchase Orders, Sales, incoming and outgoing material. Working with team members to understand and improve a variety of automation tools. The Purchasing & Scheduling Coordinator is responsible for managing fabricated and resale supplier onboarding, approvals, and reviews. Collaborating with the production, quality, and engineering teams as necessary. Assisting with supplier management for the organization. Contribute to the QMS by understanding, executing, and contributing to the policies and SOPs involved with Purchasing and Scheduling. Including document control, corrective actions, and continuous improvements. Working with the accounting department to ensure proper coding, price, and quantity according to the supplier-submitted quotes and invoices, and resolving any discrepancies. The Purchasing and Scheduling Coordinator is an in-office role with flexibility as needed Qualifications Include: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in manufacturing, purchasing, logistics, or related fields preferred. Ability to follow up on multiple requests over a period of several days and enter key information into appropriate fields when applicable. Strong communication skills when working with vendors or internal customers. Ability to read, understand, and interpret shop orders, work instructions, and work orders to complete tasks Must be able to handle lifting to 20lb Ability to sit/stand at a desk for eight or more hours at a time Ability to work as a team Must adhere to all safety policies Personal Characteristics: Strong work ethic Organized and detail-oriented Motivated and proactive Curious and creative Disciplined Committed to Continuous Improvement Outstanding Problem Solver Adaptable, able to thrive in a dynamic work environment Why would this role be exciting for me? Richards is a profitable, thriving company that's investing for growth - career development is important for us This is an opportunity to join a talented, hard-working team that's pushing itself to be the best it can be We give back to the community through philanthropy and community service Equilibar firmly supports the principle and philosophy of equal opportunity for all individuals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.