Distribution Scheduler

Who is Oatey?

Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries. Our purpose is to deliver quality, build trust and improve lives.

The Oatey family of companies are Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, GF Thompson, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger, Lansas, and Durgo.

Our brands are synonymous with quality, integrity, and trust in the plumbing industry.

Position Summary Support warehouse replenishment orders (WRO) process by maintaining weekly schedule. Maintain proper inventory levels while assisting with customer/DC alignment changes. Communicate planning needs with corporate planning team to ensure critical items are produced timely. Position Responsibilities Review ackorders in the host system to ensure customer orders are filled timely. Cross-dock product through the pick process to expedite product to the customer daily as needed. Move aged orders among distribution centers when necessary to reduce back-order lead time to the customer. Coordinate DC to DC warehouse replenishment orders. Ensure timely order processing and fill requirements are met to support remote facilities. Coordinate carrier appointments. Maintain/review weekly demand requests while making changes to the WRO schedule to reduce transportation and handling costs. Manage VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory) for participating customers to evaluate inventory levels and align inventory strategies with customer requirements. Utilize the VMI software to release weekly PO’s on customers’ behalf. Review rep warehouses inventory to ensure safety stock requirements are met and backorders are minimized. Make changes to the system forecast and stock level to maintain a high fill rate. Review stock requirements at distribution centers and coordinate direct ship activities whenever possible from an Oatey production facility to the DC or rep warehouse to increase efficiencies and reduce increased transportation costs. Communicate with corporate product planners to assist with any product fill opportunities to minimize the backorders and maintain a high DC fill rate. Utilize reporting to evaluate and recommend forecast and safety stock levels for finished goods inventory. Responsible for updating customer specific scorecards and communicating areas of failure to appropriate associates. Other duties as assigned. Knowledge and Experience Good communication skills, English fluency, both verbal and written. Three plus (3+) years’ experience with knowledge of warehousing operations and distribution systems. PC Computer proficiency: Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, WMS (Warehouse Management System). Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and generate results in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment. Ability to present information in front of others. Ability to work with all levels of employees. Education and Certification High School Diploma or GED required, four (4) year degree preferred.At Oatey we are committed to help our Associates grow their career. Apply today and grow with Oatey!

Why Oatey?

• At Oatey, our purpose has always been to deliver quality, build trust and improve lives.
• We value Collaboration, Integrity, Respect, Courage, Leadership, and Excellence above all else.
• We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion - acknowledging, valuing, and leveraging the unique experiences and perspectives of our associates.
• Our vision is to continue to grow as a market leader, to enrich the lives of our Associates, and to foster an inclusive environment in every regard.
• Our purpose, mission, and vision are not possible without the right people, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive, engaging, and rewarding environment for our Associates.
• Oatey has a total rewards philosophy which encompasses compensation, benefits, work-life effectiveness, recognition, performance management, tuition reimbursement, mental health wellness, and talent development.

Oatey Total Rewards

• Unlimited time off for salaried Associates
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates
• Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave
• Annual Cash Profit Sharing (discretionary)
• Health Insurance for our associates’ averages $100 or less a month (single coverage)
• Generous benefits including up to $2,880 company contribution to Health Savings Account
• 401(k) with a 5% company match
• Tuition reimbursement in an environment that encourages advancement
• Associate well-being benefits including CALM App and robust EAP offering
• Recognized for our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Oatey family of companies are an equal opportunity employer committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We recruit, employ, promote, and offer competitive pay for all jobs without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.