Buyer/Planner

LB Foster • Scott Township, PA

14d

About The Position

The Buyer/Planner I purchases materials and supplies from an approved supplier list, schedules production, and releases work orders to support plant capacity and customer requirements. The role also manages inbound logistics for purchased materials from the supply base using a Transportation Management System (TMS).

The Buyer/Planner manages ERP material and production planning workbenches, maintains purchase and work orders, supports inventory targets through informed buying decisions and inventory management tools, and pursues cost reductions through optimized processes and supplier collaboration. The role manages domestic and international supplier relationships, coordinates inbound transportation, ensures compliance with applicable standards and local regulations, and facilitates information flow between internal departments and suppliers. Travel is required as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent time-management skills.
• Ability to travel as required.

Nice To Haves

• ERP/MRP system experience is preferred.
• Experience with SAP or another ERP system.

Responsibilities

• Manage the ERP material planning workbench by creating, releasing, and maintaining purchase orders and work orders to support demand requirements.
• Manage the ERP production planning workbench by creating, releasing, and maintaining work orders to support customer demand using optimized planning processes.
• Support inventory targets by making informed buying decisions, evaluating active inventory levels, and applying inventory management tools such as consigned inventory or vendor-managed inventory.
• Identify and implement cost-reduction activities using optimized processes, spend leverage, competitive sourcing, and supplier collaboration.
• Manage relationships with current and potential domestic and international LB Foster supply bases.
• Manage inbound material using a Transportation Management System (TMS), select carriers based on price and service levels, and file damage claims as required.
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards and local regulations for assigned locations.
• Facilitate information flow between internal departments and suppliers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level