Buyer/Planner I

Iteris•Santa Ana, CA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Iteris is seeking an experienced and highly organized Buyer/Planner I to join our team. The Buyer/Planner is responsible for purchasing raw materials, components, and services to meet the production and customer requirements. This role evaluates and analyzes supplier quotes, negotiates prices, maintains relationships with suppliers, and ensures orders are delivered on time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field required
Two to three years of purchasing/planning experience in electronic and/or electro-mechanical manufacturing
Requires knowledge and understanding of ERP systems and reporting
Must be able to work in a cross-functional environment
Fast learner, motivated, with initiative
Organizational, listening, and problem-solving skills
Mathematics and analytic skills
Prioritization and time management skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Basic to intermediate Excel skills
Technology literate

Nice To Haves

Oracle ERP experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Process requisitions, request quotes, purchase order placement, schedule, reschedule, and cancellation activities
Establish and promote relationships with different departments (Program Management, production, stockroom, shipping, accounting, etcetera)
Establish and promote relationships with key suppliers to support organizational needs including calls, meetings, quarterly business reviews and supplier scorecards
Monitor and clear Receiving and Material Review Board discrepancies
Achieve cost savings based on standard pricing. Identify and suggest alternatives
Sources vendors for best prices, availability, best values, and supply chain continuity
Obtain appropriate approvals for all purchases
Actively ensure overall product and supplier quality
Compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements
ERP (Oracle) loading demand requirements, work orders, and transfer orders
Determine capacity, production and shipping schedules
Plans and procures supplies, raw materials, components, sub-assemblies and equipment necessary
Plan sequence of assembly, installation, configuration, test and other manufacturing operations for mix of products
Assist in the creation of routers
Report preparation and submission
Maintain positive flow of communication
Work with different departments (stockroom, production, shipping, quality, accounting, etcetera)
Coordinate with sales support, shipping/receiving, and production to meet requirements
Participate in LEAN training, activities, and projects to promote continuous process improvements
Any other duties deemed necessary