Buyer/Planner

PSG® • Grand Terrace, CA

16h • $75,000 - $85,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

PSG® is the global pump, metering and dispensing-solution expert, enabling the safe and efficient transfer of critical and valuable fluids that require optimal performance and reliability in applications where it matters most. Additionally, PSG is a leading provider of flow meters designed to reduce waste and downtime while accurately measuring, monitoring and controlling the distribution of fluids. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, USA, PSG is comprised of several world-class brands, including Abaque®, All-Flo™, Almatec®, Blackmer®, Ebsray®, em-tec®, Griswold®, Hydro™, Malema™, Mouvex®, Neptune®, PSG® Biotech, Quantex™, Quattroflow®, and Wilden®. PSG products are manufactured on three continents – North America, Europe, and Asia – in state-of-the-art facilities that practice lean manufacturing and are ISO-certified. PSG is part of the Pumps & Process Solutions segment of Dover Corporation. For additional information on PSG, please visit psgdover.com . We thrive on winning and being number one; and are always looking to add the best and brightest to our talented team of professionals. PSG offers a unique combination of the both small company atmosphere: with an ownership mindset that allows you to make close-to-the-customer decisions; an innovative approach in seeing beyond what is possible today and entrepreneurial spirit in the pursuit of new opportunities; combined with benefits of a large company’s scale, tools, expertise, and financial strength with Dover. Join PSG, a growing global company where your curiosity, hard work and ambition is rewarded with exceptional career opportunities in a friendly & fast paced environment. PSG is part of the Pumps and Process Solutions segment of the Dover Corporation® (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of over $7 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 65 years, our team of over 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Summary: The Buyer Planner will be responsible for materials resource planning and procurement of specialized items in addition to executing complex buying strategies in accordance with agreed upon material buying plans at the optimum cost/quality relationship.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required.
• 3+ years’ experience in purchasing, and supplier management or planning
• Experience in a Manufacturing environment
• Advanced knowledge of Supply Chain processes and Quality Control Principles
• Previous experience in Supplier Negotiation.
• Previous Experience in Oracle or SAP MRP II environment.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills
• Strong knowledge of MRP (Material Requirements Planning), CRP (Continuous Replenishment Program) and MPS (Master Production Schedules).
• Experience with lean concepts/tools such as Value Stream Mapping, Kanban and Kaizen
• Understanding of production flow principles and processes
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively work with many levels and types of people
• Good written, oral and presentation skills(communication)
• Strong Project Management Skills
• Leadership capability
• Problem solving and solid business decision making skills
• Planning and organizational ability

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree, Operations or Business, preferred
• APICS/CPP certification a plus

Responsibilities

• Manage the performance of an assigned group of suppliers and initiate the timely release of purchase orders for production materials, R&D Projects, Project Redesigns
• Supplier relationship management - Manage supplier performance using leading metrics such as PPV, Supplier OTD and Supplier Quality.
• Material Requirements Planning - Analyze current orders, historical data, and other records to determine the best source and Setting for Oracle MRP replenishment requirements. ABC analysis, Safety stock management, Product life cycle management, Economic order quantity management, PFEP (Plan for Every Part)
• Maintain an adequate inventory level/supply of assigned commodities to ensure On Time Delivery to our customer is met.
• Supplier Payment Management – Ensure invoices are accurate, correct discrepancies, and work with accounting to ensure payments are made on time
• Scheduling planning techniques - Constant communication with suppliers negotiating reduced Minimum Order Quantities (MOQs), smaller more frequent orders to be placed offsetting long-term risks and a risk assessment regularly monitored
• Accurate demand forecasting and purchasing practices can support operations’ strategic goals of ordering enough to meet ongoing customer demand while not carrying too much extra inventory to keep costs under control
• Reduce excess incoming inventory by continually reviewing inventory reports.
• Maximize the value of each purchase consistently with the Company's requirements and policies to achieve balance between function, productivity, quality and other terms with suppliers and various internal departments.
• Resolve problems related to selection of source, price, deliveries, specifications, quality and other terms with suppliers and various internal departments.
• Additional duties as assigned

Benefits

• a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions
• medical, dental and vision insurance
• wellness programs
• health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• company paid short-term disability and long-term disability
• company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance
• supplemental employee and dependent life insurance
• optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance
• adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance
• commuter benefits
• parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence
• paid time off, including 1 1 paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 120 hours annually, 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave
• tuition assistance
• business travel services
• employee discounts
• an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED