Buyer/Planner Supervisor BC1

BEGA NORTH AMERICA INC•Carpinteria, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

BEGA North America is a world-renowned manufacturer of architectural lighting solutions. Their vision is to be the industry’s premier provider of architectural outdoor lighting, control, and furniture solutions. Their mission is to build quality into everything they do, with an unwavering commitment to quality in people, products, partners, and processes. BEGA's core values include Fostering Trust, Building Community, Embracing Growth, and Living Responsibly. They believe in Respect, Integrity, Ownership, and Accountability. The Buyer & Planner Supervisor will lead a team of Buyer/Planners, ensuring continuous supply to meet business demands, preparing advanced reporting, and conducting critical analysis for operations planning and management reviews. This role involves reviewing alternative supply options, making recommendations based on technology, processes, and cost reduction, evaluating bids, qualifying suppliers, negotiating prices, and providing actionable data to balance demand and supply. The position integrates financial and operational plans and requires previous experience in purchasing, supply chain, and data analysis. This role reports directly to the Supply Chain Manager.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in procurement and planning within a manufacturing or industrial environment, preferably in a demand-driven environment.
Experience in managing the procurement of raw materials, components, and managing stock and make orders.
Proficiency in ERP and planning software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, MS Dynamics, or similar).
Strong understanding of inventory management, supply chain processes, and material handling in a production environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple stakeholders.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
Ability to handle multiple priorities and tight deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Certification (e.g., CPIM, CSCP)
Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles

Responsibilities

Oversee the daily tasks and operations of the team, ensuring that goals are met, and work is completed efficiently.
Help new employees understand their roles and provide necessary training and orientation.
Create work schedules and adjust as needed.
Monitor and evaluate employee performance, provide feedback, and address any issues.
Act as a bridge between the team and upper management, relaying information and feedback.
Help resolve any disputes or issues that arise within the team.
Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to health and safety regulations.
Procure raw materials, components, and sub-assemblies in alignment with customer demand, issuing purchase orders (POs) based on material requirements, lead times, and production schedules.
Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers, negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules.
Ensure compliance with company policies and standards in all procurement activities.
Monitor and manage supplier performance, including on-time delivery, quality, and service levels.
Maintain purchase part data (lead times, safety stocks) to optimize inventory levels, prevent shortages and excess stock, and support a 15-day lead time target.
Coordinate material and product planning to align with production schedules and demand forecasts.
Plan and manage both stock and make-to-order procurement activities within the product segment.
Ensure production has the necessary materials daily to maintain 95%+ on-time delivery.
Maintain accurate part planning records to prevent overstocking or stockouts.
Leverage ERP/MRP systems to track demand, monitor inventory, and adjust plans proactively.
Work with production teams to ensure materials are available in a timely manner to meet production schedules.
Collaborate with production teams to adjust material plans based on changes in production schedules, demand fluctuations, or supply chain disruptions.
Maintain open communication with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and senior management to address potential supply chain issues and align on material requirements.
Provide regular updates to management on procurement and inventory status, including material shortages, potential risks, and actions being taken to resolve issues.
Continuously monitor and evaluate procurement and inventory planning processes for improvement opportunities.
Implement best practices and strategies to improve procurement efficiency, reduce material costs, and optimize inventory management, targeting a minimum of 1% productivity improvements per quarter.
Stay current with industry trends, market conditions, and emerging technologies to enhance procurement and planning functions.