Buyer Planner I

Freudenberg Group•Beverly, MA

About The Position

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world! Without Freudenberg, indoor air would not be as clean, cars would not drive and wounds would not heal as quickly. And these are just three examples from thousands of our applications. Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 51,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.

Requirements

1-2 years or more of relevant experience
Knowledge and principles of production planning and scheduling processes.
Functional knowledge of lean production and inventory management principles.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically word and excel.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required
APICs certification, a plus
SAP materials management and production planning proficiency is preferred.

Responsibilities

Planning and scheduling production materials.
Order placement of production materials, services and equipment.
Management of open orders to expedite / push out as production schedule requires.
Price negotiations.
Supplier Development.
Assist with inventory control and reduction plans for FGI and Raw Materials.
Member of the new product development team representing Purchasing.
Assist inventory control personnel to resolve inventory conflicts / discrepancies.
Initiate and maintain planning parameters (safety stock, lead-times etc.) in ERP system.
Inter-company communications on material status as required.
Acts as key contact for vendors.
Purchases office supplies.
Reviews material requirements and orders as needed.
Works with planner on unforeseen requirements.
Assists Engineering Department to procure materials not yet required by production.
Assists Maintenance, Tooling as well as Production Department in purchasing auxiliary equipment, shop supplies, and other items as required.