Buyer Planner Coord Eng

Mi Windows And Doors • Gratz, PA

266d • $23 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

This position will be responsible for releasing purchase orders, monitoring, and managing inventories (approximately $1.5 MM annual spend comprised of approx. 8,000 SKUs) required to support Engineering and Machine Manufacturing. Daily interactions with suppliers will be required to ensure supplier execution and performance. Flexible hours are sometimes required in this position, specifically during the issue resolution process with a supplier. This position makes most decisions at the direction of the Engineers, Tool Shop Manager, and Tooling and Machinery Manager. This position will not have direct reports. Business travel will be infrequent but occasionally necessary.

Requirements

• Associates Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain or closely related field required. In lieu of degree, significant work experience and education will be considered at the company's discretion.
• Prior experience in inventory control is preferred specifically working with ERP software. Total ETO experience preferred.
• Ability to operate a computer in a windows environment and have basic proficiencies in Word, Excel and Outlook.
• The ability to use and generate spreadsheets in Excel with basic formulas and functions will be required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for following the established process of purchase order placement and delivery confirmation to ensure an uninterrupted supply of material and components for machine builds.
• Review material demand requirements against on-hand quantities and vendor lead times, and respond appropriately based on the results of the review.
• Order and track invoices for specific projects such as Capital Expenditure Projects.
• Participate in developing new processes to enhance the material/components ordering and replenishment system.
• Work with Suppliers to resolve quality and delivery issues as well as track compliance.
• Setting up direct billing and terms with new vendors.
• Identify the need for expedited deliveries and schedule accordingly.
• Participate in physical inventories and review counts for accuracy and viability.
• File purchase orders, receive items and check packing slips, and approve invoices to ensure accounting compliance.
• Validate purchase order prices and invoice prices to ensure the correct prices are being charged.
• Supplier selection through the quoting process and working with engineering team to achieve the best possible mix of Low Cost, Good Quality, and Short Lead Times.

Benefits

• Three comprehensive Medical plans
• 401k with company match
• Generous paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Associate degree