Tactical Buyer

Dematic

Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States
Base: $71,625 to $105,050; bonus/equity: not speci...
Hybrid
Manage end-to-end material execution
Ensure material availability via sap/mrp
Maintain and optimize material master data
Dematic is seeking a Tactical Buyer for their Grand Rapids, Michigan location. The role involves managing material planning and supplier coordination to ensure a steady flow of materials that meet production requirements while optimizing inventory performance

Job Summary

  • The Senior Tactical Buyer plays a vital part in maintaining a steady and reliable flow of direct materials that support customer orders.
  • This position leads material planning activities, improves supplier coordination, and optimizes inventory performance to ensure operational continuity.
  • We offer career development, competitive compensation and benefits, pay transparency, and global opportunities.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Dematic is seeking a Tactical Buyer for their Grand Rapids, Michigan location. The role involves managing material planning and supplier coordination to ensure a steady flow of materials that meet production requirements while optimizing inventory performance.

Salary

Base: $71,625 to $105,050; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Competitive Compensation and Benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Manage end-to-end material execution
  • Ensure material availability via SAP/MRP
  • Maintain and optimize material master data
  • Analyze demand and future requirements
  • Supervise inventory performance metrics
  • Identify and report shortages

Nice-to-have

  • Drive continuous improvement using Lean
  • Mentor team members on capability development
  • Support supplier development initiatives
  • Recommend alternate sourcing strategies
  • Partner cross-functionally with project teams

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field
  • 5+ years experience in material planning or purchasing
  • SAP experience (MRP, procure-to-pay) preferred
  • APICS CPIM/CSCP certification preferred
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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