Position Summary:
Support Scheduling Manager in the planning and coordination of Casegoods production schedules. The position requires communication with a variety of departments to assist in the completion of an order to include: Marketing, Engineering, Manufacturing, Custom Quotes, Casegoods Outsource, Order Entry, Shipping, and Accounting. Candidate will be responsible but not limited to the following:
Position Responsibilities:
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Leading daily Casegoods Production Meeting
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Scheduling and monitoring of Vanguard and Outsource team production schedules
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Monitor style validity and complete inventory reprocesses
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Various reporting related to Casegoods Bucket Report, Market Orders and Sales Aids
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Liaison between Marketing/Merchandising and Manufacturing for Casegoods Market Process
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Monitor Casegoods scheduling emails and complete Casegoods Order changes
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Performs other duties as required by supervisor
Essential Skills and Experience:
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Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
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Strong organizational, communication, leadership skills.
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Customer oriented service skills including needs assessment, evaluation, and resolution.
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Must be proficient with Microsoft Office with emphasis on Excel and pivot tables.
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Experience in AS400 preferred.
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High School Diploma/GED required.
Valued but not Required Skills and Experience:
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2-Year associate’s degree preferred.
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Knowledgeable in furniture manufacturing.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
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Lift / Carry: Lift up to 10 lbs. frequently; up to 35 pounds occasionally; more weight requires help or team lifting.
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Reach / Handle: Frequently required to reach, handle various items.
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Fingering or Manual Dexterity: Position requires frequent use of computer keyboard, mouse, screen and on-line communication.
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Environment: Indoors, environmentally controlled.
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Vision: Color determination for quality control and correct material selection.
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Near Acuity: Requires close vision of less than 3 feet, with or without corrective lenses, for precision.
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Attention to Detail: Precise in following company guidelines for best cost solution to resolve customer issues.
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Self-Control: Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
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Stress Tolerance: Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
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Time Pressure: Position requires sensitivity to meeting promises, deadlines and timing commitments.
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Standing/Walking/Sitting: Must be able to sit 8+hours and required to walk/stand throughout shift.
