Production Planner/Buyer

This role combines production planning and purchasing responsibilities to ensure that inventory levels, production schedules, and supplier relationships support uninterrupted operations and cost-effective procurement. You will use MRP and ERP systems to manage inventory, issue work orders and purchase orders, coordinate with vendors, and help optimize supply chain performance in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

• Use MRP systems to maintain accurate inventory levels of finished products and components by issuing work orders and purchase orders as needed.
• Develop and maintain consistent production schedules that support target inventory levels and on-time delivery.
• Issue purchase orders to vendors in a timely and accurate manner to ensure continuous supply of materials.
• Maintain close working relationships with existing vendors to support reliable delivery, quality, and service.
• Identify and develop alternative suppliers for key items to reduce risk and increase flexibility in the supply chain.
• Conduct price and contract negotiations with suppliers to maximize purchasing flexibility and achieve cost savings.
• Monitor market trends, pricing changes, and supply chain risks, and take timely action to prevent interruptions in supply.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align production planning and purchasing activities with operational needs and business goals.
• Use Excel and ERP tools to analyze data, track orders, and report on inventory, purchasing, and production metrics.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of planning and purchasing processes by suggesting and implementing practical solutions.

• 3–5 years of production planning and/or purchasing experience.
• Strong knowledge of MRP systems and their application to inventory and production planning.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct effective price and contract negotiations.
• Knowledge of ERP systems and their use in purchasing and planning workflows.
• Proficiency with Excel for data analysis, reporting, and tracking.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Teamwork-oriented attitude with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to think creatively and "out of the box" to solve problems and manage supply chain risks.
• Experience with production scheduling, purchasing, procurement, and purchase order management.

• Previous experience in an electromechanical assembly facility and/or machine shop is a plus.
• Experience building and maintaining strong vendor relationships.
• Background in monitoring market trends and supply chain risks.
• Comfort working with cross-functional teams to align production and purchasing activities.
• Ability to support continuous improvement initiatives in planning and procurement processes.

You will join a small, collaborative team of four, with plans to add at least one more team member, possibly two. The environment is fast-paced and team-oriented, with frequent interaction across production, planning, and purchasing functions. The company offers a generous benefits package, including fully subsidized health insurance for employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children, profit sharing, a robust schedule of paid time off, employee birthday celebrations, and a variety of fun activities throughout the year, fostering a supportive and engaging workplace culture.

This is a Permanent position based out of Copiague, NY.

The pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $75000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

The company provides a generous set of benefits, including fully subsidized health insurance for our employees, their spouse/domestic partner, and children, without any contribution. We also provide profit sharing, a generous schedule of paid time off, employee birthday parties, and a variety of fun activities throughout the year.

This is a fully onsite position in Copiague,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.