Job Opening: Buyer/Planner
Description
Interested in working for a great company that will offer you a career path and great benefits?!
Employbridge (Select Staffing) is the answer you are looking for!
At Employbridge (Select Staffing) we are looking for a Buyer/Planner.
Pay rate up to $26per hour, depending on experience
Work Schedule: 7:00am to 40pm, Monday-Friday.
Job Requirements: (include here desired skills)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple stakeholders.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and tight deadlines.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles is a plus.
Key Responsibilities
1.Procurement Management:
-Procure raw materials, components, and sub-assemblies in alignment with customer demand(introduce turns KPI?).
-Issue purchase orders (POs) based on material requirements, lead times, and production schedules.
-Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers, negotiating pricing, terms, and delivery schedules.
-Ensure compliance with company policies and standards in all procurement activities.
-Monitor and manage supplier performance, including on-time delivery, quality, and service levels.
-Maintain purchase part data (lead times, safety stocks) to optimize inventory levels, and prevent shortages and excess stock, while supporting a 15-day lead time target.
2.Material Planning & Inventory Control:
-Coordinate material and product planning to align with production schedules and demand forecasts.
-Plan and manage both stock and make-to-order procurement activities within the product segment.
-Ensure production has the necessary materials daily to maintain 95%+ on-time delivery.
-Maintain accurate part planning records, ensuring optimal stock levels to prevent overstocking or stockouts.
-Leverage ERP/MRP systems to track demand, monitor inventory, and adjust plans proactively.
-Work with production teams to ensure materials are available in a timely manner to meet production schedules.
3.Continuous Improvement & Cross-Functional Collaboration:
-Collaborate with production teams to adjust material plans based on changes in production schedules, demand fluctuations, or supply chain disruptions.
-Maintain open communication with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and senior management to address potential supply chain issues and align on material requirements.
-Provide regular updates to management on procurement and inventory status, including material shortages, potential risks, and actions being taken to resolve issues.