Buyer/Planner

Global Point Technology Group•Fort Wayne, IN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Buyer/Planner position has primary responsibility for ensuring material availability to support sales efforts and the production schedule. These responsibilities include forecasting, managing inventory levels, supporting material/product level revisions, interacting/coordinating with suppliers, and supporting other business functions as required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or Logistics or related equivalent combination of education and experience
5 years’ experience in buyer/planner/material scheduler role within a manufacturing environment
Applied knowledge of demand planning, forecasting, MRP, transportation, supply chain, inventory management and warehousing disciplines
Proficient with ERP/MRP systems and advanced Excel including Pivot Tables
Strong organizational, analytical, and research skills
Excellent accuracy and attention to detail
Knowledge of sourcing from both domestic and international suppliers
Strong sense of urgency & attention to detail
Excellent organization, communication, and follow-up skills
Strong math and statistical skills
Good negotiation and problem-solving skills
Understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and components
Able to influence others & manage conflict
Ability to self-direct and take constructive action in ambiguous situations
Extremely high standards of excellence
Analytical with a methodical approach to problem solving
Ability to work well independently as well as part of a team
Experience establishing and employing demand-pull material planning methods
Ability to work efficiently and maximize productivity
Commitment to integrity and ethical behavior
Standing, walking, and sitting for a majority of the time
Use of hands and arms to touch, lift, and reach, etc.
Talking and hearing for a majority of the time
Typing for a portion of the time
Lifting and/or exerting up to 10lbs. of weight/force frequently and up to 50 lbs. of weight/force occasionally
Cognitive requirements include ability to learn quickly, handle multiple complex task simultaneously, demonstrate strong attention to detail, and be high productive without need for much supervision
Must be capable of remembering, imagining, logical, numerical, and verbal reasoning, perceiving, problem solving, and providing output that users can act upon

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working in manufacturing, the electronics industry and with Epicor ERP system
Experience with Microsoft Power Point is a plus

Responsibilities

Obtain quote for material and components as required.
Summarize quotes and disseminate for approval
Place purchase orders with suppliers for the procurement of production materials and sales as required by forecast and the production schedule
Monitor status of open purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery of all materials, including timely resolution, communication, and mitigation of future potential problems
Communicate with vendors/agents concerning discrepancies
Work with sales and inventory control departments to develop proactive purchasing plans and to avoid stock-out of material/forecast
Expedite or defer orders as required based on schedule/inventory changes
Determine and establish optimal inventory levels based on forecast, demand variation and material lead times
Track, monitor, and expedite delivery of goods and services with suppliers
Work with Manufacturing to determine material requirements and execute purchase orders
Coordinate material flows throughout product/BOM changes, obsolescence, and the introduction of new suppliers and/or materials due to new product development
Manage the inter-company flow of materials between warehouse locations
Evaluate supplier costs, solicit competitive bids and quotations, and maintain cost data base
Coordinate as appropriate quality matters and engineering changes/developments between company and vendors
Manage and resolve issues regarding PO to invoice discrepancies, returns and quality problems with suppliers
Match, verify, and process invoices and packing slips
Maintain PO file, keeping it organized and up to date
Provide back-up support for supply chain functions including shipping, receiving, material handling and other duties as assigned
Ensure and promote compliance to Company and Procurement policies and procedures
Provide support and build relationships with stakeholders in different departments
Use ERP system reporting and best practices for accurate inventory planning and stocking levels
Comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures; report all unsafe activity to supervisor or Human Resources Manager
Participate in team activities to achieve departmental and company goals
Perform other duties as assigned