The Buyer/Planner is responsible for procuring all facility needs while ensuring compliance with government, quality system, and company policy requirements
Job Summary
The Buyer/Planner is responsible for procuring all facility needs while ensuring compliance with government, quality system, and company policy requirements.
This role involves partnering with Manufacturing to meet production requirements through detailed ERP analysis, vendor selection, and contract negotiation.
Candidates must be able to manage supplier issues, facilitate solutions to schedule changes, and drive continuous improvement in supply chain quality and costs.
Matching Summary
The Buyer/Planner is responsible for procuring all facility needs while ensuring compliance with government, quality system, and company policy requirements.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Manage procurement of facility items
Conduct ERP analysis and planning
Initiate RFQs and review bids
Negotiate terms with vendors
Maintain purchasing master data in ERP
Nice-to-have
Drive continuous improvement initiatives
Develop commodity strategies
Influence peers and lead cross-functional teams
Implement cost reduction programs
Strong Microsoft Excel proficiency
Key Requirements
Minimum two years direct related experience
Bachelor's degree desired
U.S. citizenship or eligible export control license required
SAP MRP system experience desired
GTC and ISO experience preferred
Work Rights
Must be U.S. citizen, national, legal permanent resident, asylee, refugee, or eligible for export control license