Buyer/Planner Help keep production on track As a Buyer/Planner, you’ll help make sure the materials we need are in the right place at the right time. You’ll coordinate purchasing, material planning, and production schedules around customer orders, forecasts, and manufacturing needs. Your work will support reliable customer delivery, balanced inventory, and cost-effective purchasing. You’ll work closely with Production, Sales, Supply Chain, suppliers, and other teams to solve problems, manage changing priorities, and keep orders moving. What you’ll do - Create, maintain, monitor, and expedite purchase orders through the MRP system, including orders based on requests from other departments.
- Coordinate production schedules with Manufacturing and suppliers, confirming that required raw materials are available.
- Work with Production, Sales, Purchasing, and suppliers to align purchase orders and inventory with production demand.
- Coordinate material planning, purchasing, and production scheduling to support on-time delivery of finished products to customers.
- Purchase finished goods from outside suppliers based on MRP requirements and customer due dates.
- Confirm supplier delivery dates and expedite orders when needed.
- Update MRP reports when purchase order details change, such as quantity or ship date.
- Monitor open orders and supplier performance to help ensure goods arrive on time.
- Track inventory and flag potential shortages or excess stock.
- Work with Sales and vendors to resolve supply chain issues and build strong supplier relationships.
- Prepare and review reports to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
- Maintain material planning processes and systems, and prepare and update production schedules and purchasing plans.
- Keep purchasing and production plans aligned with operational needs and performance measures. Look for ways to improve processes and optimize inventory.
- Partner with Quality, Engineering, Production, Accounts Payable, Sourcing, Sales, and Supply Chain to understand customer orders and forecasts, develop demand plans, and support strong delivery performance.
- Apply knowledge of purchasing and planning best practices, how your work connects with other teams, and the factors that distinguish the company in the market.
- Use sound judgment, technical experience, and analysis to address complex manufacturing needs and production cycles. Consider information from internal teams and relevant outside sources when making decisions, and recommend solutions when situations fall outside standard procedures.
- Follow company purchasing policies, procedures, Code of Ethics, and values, as well as applicable laws and regulations.
- Take on other duties and projects as assigned.
What you’ll bring - A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and at least two years of experience in a production environment; or a high school diploma or GED with relevant experience in sourcing or material or demand planning.
- We welcome internal candidates and people who are interested in developing their skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, and experience with Microsoft Dynamics or a similar ERP system.
- Strong knowledge of Material Requirements Planning (MRP). APICS and/or CPM certification is preferred.
- Strong organization skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
- Attention to detail and experience coordinating cross-functional projects.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships across teams.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to analyze issues and find practical solutions.
- The ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
- Established project management skills.
- Work environment and physical requirements
- This role works in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. It involves standing and walking for extended periods, and may include exposure to noise and varying temperatures. Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds is required.
How we work We value a collaborative, positive work environment and clear, respectful communication at every level. Team members are encouraged to listen to concerns and ideas, help improve how we work, and support operational efficiency and product quality. We expect everyone to respect confidentiality and demonstrate our values: Integrity, Trust, Creativity and Courage, Teamwork, and Excellence. ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS: Attendance on a regular, consistent basis is mandatory. ACCOMODATIONS: Essential functions of this position may include but are not limited to lifting, reaching, bending, stooping, twisting, kneeling, crouching, carrying objects, ascending/descending stairs and commuting to work location. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions under the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) or other state or federal law, you may request the accommodation during the interview process. Salary Range: $62,500 - $70,000
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