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Sr Buyer/Planner

SoloPoint Solutions, Inc.

Morgan Hill, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, Calendar Management, Capacity Management, Communication Skills, Cost Control, Data Analysis, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Electromechanical Systems, Inventory Management, Inventory Planning, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Materials Management, Materials Planning, Negotiation Skills, Pivot Tables, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Procurement Management, Procurement Planning, Production Planning, Production Schedule, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Risk Management, Supply Chain Operations, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Management
LOCATION
Morgan Hill, CA
POSTED
6 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, or a related field (preferred)
  • 5+ years of experience in purchasing, production planning, or a similar role from a complex electromechanical system/equipment company
  • Strong working knowledge of MRP, inventory management, and capacity planning
  • Manufacturing experience required; aerospace industry experience strongly preferred
  • Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis)
  • Proven negotiation and supplier management abilities
  • Data-driven mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills

RESPONSIBILITIES

Procurement & Supplier Management

  • Lead sourcing, purchasing, and supplier management for all production materials
  • Negotiate pricing, lead times, and commercial terms to hit cost and delivery targets
  • Drive supplier performance across on-time delivery, quality, and responsiveness
  • Manage open purchase orders and resolve issues including delays, shortages, and quality concerns
  • Identify and implement cost reduction and supply continuity strategies

Production Planning & Scheduling

  • Develop and maintain daily and weekly production schedules aligned to customer commitments and revenue priorities
  • Monitor schedule adherence and adjust plans based on capacity, labor, and material constraints
  • Communicate clear build plans and priorities across the production floor

Material Planning & Inventory

  • Own material planning to ensure alignment with production schedules
  • Establish and manage inventory policies (min/max, safety stock) to prevent shortages and minimize excess
  • Execute MRP planning within ERP systems and proactively identify and mitigate supply risks

 

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