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Scheduler, Buyer, Planner

Geoprobe Systems®

Location: Salina, Kansas
Type: Full-Time, Non-Remote
Posted on: September 18, 2025
Scheduler, Buyer, Planner
Description
Geoprobe® Scheduler, Buyer, Planners are responsible for analyzing and fulfilling supply and demand. This team works to 1) guarantee material availability for on-time production of the best possible soil and drilling equipment and 2) ensure consistent product availability for direct sale to customers and distributors. The ideal candidate is process-oriented, not daunted by repetitive work with data, and enjoys collaboration with multiple departments.
Responsibilities
• Partner with engineering and production to ensure we have the right part, at the right place, right time, and right cost
• Coordinate with engineering and production to manage the transition of new designs into production
• Reduce purchase parts lead time using vendor and inventory management solutions
• Reduce operational lead times by collaborating with production and engineering to redesign and improve processes
• Release work orders to the shops as they align with the production plan
• Work with production departments to ensure capacity is available, sending overload to vendors as necessary
• Assist in maintenance and review of items purchased, costs, deliveries, product performance and inventories
• Oversee disposition of obsolete inventory
• Administer a cycle count program for your areas of responsibility
• Collaborate effectively and flexibly with co-workers across the company showing a willingness to go the extra mile with both effort and time
You might be a good fit if you...
• Have a strong understanding of manufacturing/engineering supply chain processes
• Find energy through team success
• Enjoy thinking outside of normal channels to solve problems
• Possess strong interpersonal communication skills
• Are flexible and adaptable, able to act appropriately depending on the situation
• Are a natural planner who is motivated by analyzing today's needs to build a better plan for tomorrow
Requirements
• MRP/ERP knowledge required
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Mechanical aptitude
Bonus
• BS in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or Industrial Engineering
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing/engineering supply chain activities
• Industry Certification (APICS, CPIM, CSCP, or equivalent)
Benefits
• 401(k)
• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Profit Sharing
• Geoprobe Systems® is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Machinery Manufacturing
Management and Manufacturing
Full-time