Senior Planner/Buyer

The Sr. Planner/Buyer is responsible for the purchased machinery, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, or services necessary for the operation of an establishment. Purchase raw or semi-finished materials for manufacturing. The Planner/Buyer is also responsible for planning the production of and the flow of materials and the purchasing actions for a defined value stream segment. The Planner/Buyer ensures that accurate and appropriate inventory levels are maintained.Job ResponsibilitiesImproves value stream material flow to meet customer demand requirements Maintains MRP planning data to ensure system performanceMonitors inventories, customer demand, and production levelsProduction scheduling activities by monitoring material inventories, tracking progress and production and reviewing factors that affect schedulesResponsible for the timely execution of product and services sourcing activitiesResponds to NCPs for vendor supplied goods and coordinates corrective actions Evaluates, monitors, and reports supplier scorecard performanceMaintains relationship and communication with supplier baseAdheres to established company policies, procedures, terms, conditions and legal mattersQualificationsBachelor's degree in supply chain management/Logistics or another related discipline. Two years of progressively responsible purchasing and materials control experience in a manufacturing environment.Working knowledge and understanding of ERP/MRP systems and their use in a manufacturing environment (SAP, AX Dynamics)System/data analysis and critical thinking skills.Experience in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other similar Continuous Improvement conceptsProficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPointAPICS Certification preferred.Experience with database and query language to manipulate Microsoft AX, Excel.Highly Detail Oriented.Demonstrate acceptable written and verbal communication skills.Work independently and productively.

Created: 2025-06-06