Buyer Scheduler

This search is being conducted by Flex HR on a confidential basis on behalf of our client. The clients identity will be shared with candidates who advance in the process. Qualified candidates should submit a resume for consideration.

Buyer / Scheduler

Gainesville GA Supply Chain / Operations Reports to President Full-time on-site

Our client a growing pet treat manufacturer is looking for a sharp hands-on Buyer/Scheduler to keep raw materials packaging and production flowing. This is a combined role: youll own purchasing and production scheduling balancing supplier lead times and inventory against a live plant schedule. If you like solving puzzles where procurement planning and the production floor all meet this is your seat.

• Purchase ingredients packaging and supplies to meet production requirements while controlling cost and minimizing excess inventory.
• Build and maintain the production schedule coordinating with plant managers shipping/receiving and quality to keep lines running on time.
• Manage supplier relationships: negotiate pricing and terms track shipments and lead times and resolve delivery or quality issues.
• Monitor inventory levels and reorder points; help avoid both stockouts and overstock of perishable or allergen-sensitive materials.
• Maintain accurate records of purchase orders contracts and supplier communications in the ERP/MRP system.
• Contribute to cost-savings programs and continuous-improvement initiatives.
• Support food-safety and traceability compliance (FSMA) across the supply chain.

WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR

• 47 years of experience in purchasing scheduling materials planning or supply chain food CPG or other manufacturing strongly preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of an ERP/MRP system (Exact NetSuite SAP Oracle IFS or similar). AI implementation is currently being evaluated.
• Solid negotiation skills and comfort managing multiple suppliers and competing priorities.
• Proficiency in Excel and a head for data: lead times reorder points demand patterns.
• Excellent organization and communication; youll be the link between suppliers and the production floor.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

NICE TO HAVE

• Experience in food beverage or pet-product manufacturing.
• Familiarity with food-safety standards and traceability requirements.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Base salary of $65000 $70000 depending on experience.
• Health dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• A meaningful leadership role where you help drive success.

This search is being managed exclusively by Flex HR. Please do not contact the client directly.