Buyer/Planner

Sika•Sealy, TX

About The Position

Sika is seeking an experienced Buyer/Planner to join its roofing business team in Sealy, Texas. The Buyer/Planner is responsible for procurement, planning, and inventory management of the raw materials and packaging materials needed to support manufacturing operations. The role ensures that materials are available at the right time and in the right quantities to meet production schedules and customer demand while maintaining optimal inventory levels. The Buyer/Planner works with the Materials Manager, Production Planner, Operations, Warehouse, and suppliers to maintain uninterrupted material flow and fulfill production schedules.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
5+ years of product experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to present information and respond to questions from all levels of the organization.
Excellent knowledge of SAP Sales and Distribution, MS Word, MS Excel, and IBM Lotus Notes.

Responsibilities

Purchase raw materials, packaging materials, and related production components to support manufacturing requirements.
Create, release, and manage purchase orders in accordance with production needs and inventory targets.
Monitor supplier performance and proactively address shortages, delays, quality concerns, and supply risks.
Track and expedite orders to ensure on-time delivery of critical materials.
Maintain accurate lead times, order quantities, and supplier information in the ERP/MRP system.
Coordinate with the Materials Manager, Production Planner, Operations, Warehouse, and suppliers to support material flow and production schedule fulfillment.