Buyer/Planner

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Summary Reporting to the Purchasing Supervisor, The

Buyer/Planner is responsible for the timely planning and procurement of

materials, supplies, and services at the best price for the company

without sacrificing quality. This position will execute and expedite

purchase orders as needed. The Buyer/Planner is responsible for planning

and managing the supply of purchased and manufactured parts within the

assigned product groups. They also play an integral role in building and

developing the company's supplier relationships and creating effective

strategies that will promote our long-term partnerships. Essential

Duties and Responsibilities Plan, execute, communicate, and update

Purchase Orders as needed/required. Work with suppliers to get updated

pricing, lead time, and other critical supply chain data information as

needed. Ensure all parties are provided such information. Including

updating system settings when needed. Manage and maintain supplier

relationships. Ensure supplier scorecards are updated regularly. Analyze

and report out supplier key performance indicators (Delivery, Quality,

Leadtime). Share results with suppliers and ensure open issues and

improvement actions are implemented. Travel to vendors as needed.

Identify and resolve short-term material shortages as required. Develop

and utilize various reports to manage open purchase orders

(move-in/move-out) as business demands require. Works closely with

Manufacturing Team to communicate component deliveries, statuses, and

inventory releases to support customer demand and/or inventory stocking

levels. Analyze, establish and/or maintain critical MRP data points

inside ERP system. Provide support to other corporate procurement needs

as required/needed. OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

associate degree or equivalent in Operations, Inventory Control, Supply

Chain Management, or related discipline with 2 years of experience in

the field Excellent analytical skills Thorough understanding of supply

chain, integrated business planning and MRP/ERP system functionality

Strong problem-solving skills, a bias for action and results, and a

willingness to roll up one's sleeves to get the job done. Excellent

interpersonal skills. Skilled at working effectively with cross

functional teams in a matrix organization. Capable of setting aggressive

goals, establish supporting plans and successfully execute plans to

achieve goals. Strong, professional English verbal & written

communication skills are required. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

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