Buyer/Planner II [Santa Ana]

Iteris•Santa Ana, CA

15h•$89,800 - $100,100•Onsite

About The Position

Iteris is seeking a Buyer/Planner II to coordinate production plans and schedules, plan and issue production work orders, process requisitions, request quotes, create, issue, and manage purchase orders, manage raw materials and finish goods to avoid shortages or excess stock. This Individual will establish and promote internal and external relationships with departmental stakeholders and key suppliers to support the organization. What you will be doing: 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 Submit routers to Document Control for creation Report preparation and submission Maintain positive flow of communication Establish and promote relationships 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 Assist in development of policies, procedures, metrics and key performance indicators Resolves problems utilizing root cause analysis & analytical abilities Responsible for on-time delivery from assigned suppliers and on-time delivery to customer orders Initiates cost saving activities/projects with suppliers/production/engineering (VAVE) Any other duties deemed necessary Oracle Fusion experience preferred What you need to be successful in this role: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field required Four to five years of purchasing/planning experience in electronic and/or electro-mechanical manufacturing Requires knowledge and understanding of ERP systems Oracle Fusion ERP experience is preferred Focus on Production Planning is preferred Must be able to work in a cross-functional environment Able to manage several tasks simultaneously Verbal and written communication skills Organizational, listening, and problem-solving skills Mathematics and analytic skills Intermediate to advanced Excel skills Leadership skills and traits Iteris anticipates paying a base salary between $89,800 and $100,100 for this role. Actual pay offered may be below or above these amounts, depending on the individual’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. #LI-ONSITE #buyerplanner What’s in it for you: Incentive-based yearly bonus 401(k) with immediate matching and no vesting period Open Paid-Time-Off [PTO] Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage Life insurance Medical reimbursement plans Disability coverage Education assistance program In-house training programs Iteris, Inc. is a provider of smart mobility infrastructure management solutions and part of the Almaviva Group businesses serving the transportation and logistics industry. Iteris’ cloud-enabled solutions help public transportation agencies, municipalities, commercial entities, and other transportation infrastructure providers monitor, visualize, and optimize mobility infrastructure to make mobility safe, efficient, and sustainable. As a pioneer in intelligent transportation systems technology, Iteris’ advanced detection sensors, mobility and traffic data, software-as-a-service offerings, and consulting services represent a comprehensive range of mobility infrastructure management solutions that serve customers in the United States and internationally. For more information, visit Iteris’ website at www.iteris.com. The Almaviva Group designs, implements, and manages advanced technological solutions and systems and related logistics structures for companies and public administrations operating in a variety of sectors, including, but not limited to, transport, logistics, agriculture, digital health, defense and security, energy, utilities, financial services, industry, telecommunications, and media. For more information, visit Almaviva’s website at www.almaviva.it. Iteris, Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender identity and expression, color, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions (including breastfeeding), national origin/ancestry, religion, military/veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other characteristic and group protected by applicable law. Iteris, Inc. complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to all qualified individuals with a physical or mental disability. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. A valid driver’s license may be required based on essential duties.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field required
Four to five years of purchasing/planning experience in electronic and/or electro-mechanical manufacturing
Requires knowledge and understanding of ERP systems
Must be able to work in a cross-functional environment
Able to manage several tasks simultaneously
Verbal and written communication skills
Organizational, listening, and problem-solving skills
Mathematics and analytic skills
Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
Leadership skills and traits

Nice To Haves

Oracle Fusion ERP experience is preferred
Focus on Production Planning is preferred
Oracle Fusion experience preferred

Responsibilities

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
Submit routers to Document Control for creation
Report preparation and submission
Maintain positive flow of communication
Establish and promote relationships 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
Assist in development of policies, procedures, metrics and key performance indicators
Resolves problems utilizing root cause analysis & analytical abilities
Responsible for on-time delivery from assigned suppliers and on-time delivery to customer orders
Initiates cost saving activities/projects with suppliers/production/engineering (VAVE)
Any other duties deemed necessary