Buyer/Planner - Plastics & Packaging

Danaher•Torrance, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Phenomenex, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life. Phenomenex isn’t your typical scientific company. Founded nearly 40 years ago, Phenomenex is a global technology leader committed to developing novel analytical chemistry solutions that solve the separation and purification challenges of researchers, advancing the future of scientific analysis and investigation, ensuring the quality of essentials like your food, water, shampoo, and even cold medication. Be part of our global success and together, we accelerate the discovery, development and delivery of solutions that safeguard and improve human health. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible. The Buyer/Planner - Plastics & Packaging is responsible for the timely placement of purchase orders to meet operational demand while ensuring quality, cost, and delivery requirements align with company needs. Works closely with other functional departments to improve business process and system utilization, focused on increasing efficiency and effectiveness of people, processes and system requirements. This position reports to the Sr. Materials Manager and is part of Supply Chain department located in in Torrance Ca and will be an on-site role

Requirements

BA/BS Degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a comparable field
Minimum 1 year of relevant work experience in Buying or Planning role or similar
Intermediate Excel Skills as a minimum
Good understanding of MRP systems - preferably Microsoft D365/AX
Strong analytical, logical reasoning and organizational skills

Responsibilities

Oversee the management of raw materials and finished goods, including the replenishment of materials through Kanban, ROP, or Min-max methods.
Establish stocking strategies that maximize sales potential while minimizing excess inventory and the risk of obsolescence.
Place purchase orders, expedite deliveries, and monitor vendor performance while ensuring all ERP and PFEP records remain accurate and up to date.
Manage supplier performance to ensure consistent material availability, support uninterrupted production, and maintain compliance with purchasing and inventory guidelines.
Maintain inventory levels to meet established targets while minimizing stockouts.
Provide cross-functional support for NPI and sourcing activities.

Benefits

Phenomenex, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives.
Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job.
Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info
At Phenomenex we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce.
We recognize the benefits of flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement.
This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home.
Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by your interview team.
Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for Phenomenex can provide.
This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.
We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.