Buyer/Planner
About The Position
Sacoma Specialty Products is seeking a Buyer/Planner to join its Production Planning team at its manufacturing facility in Edinburgh, Indiana. This is a full-time, 100% onsite position; remote and hybrid arrangements are not available, and candidates must be able to reliably commute to the facility. The Buyer/Planner balances material demand with inventory supply, combining purchasing execution with production and material requirements planning. The role ensures raw materials, components, and finished goods are available to meet production schedules and customer demand while minimizing inventory and costs. The position reports to the Production Planning & Materials Manager. Travel is minimal, with occasional supplier visits.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in purchasing or supplier negotiation.
- Hands-on experience with an ERP/MRP system.
- Experience monitoring demand forecasts and translating them into material plans.
- Ability to anticipate material shortages and proactively address potential supply issues before they affect production.
- Strong data analysis skills, including advanced Excel skills such as pivot tables, formulas, and data modeling, and the ability to translate data into clear operational decisions.
- Ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-changing environment.
- Understanding of supply chain, lean manufacturing, and inventory management principles.
- Proven ability to work cross-functionally with production, quality, and sales.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional coordination.
- High attention to detail and organizational aptitude.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations, or a related field.
- Experience in stamping, fabrication, or a similar manufacturing environment.
- Background working with aerospace or automotive customers.
- Experience with Epicor.
Responsibilities
- Review and analyze Material Requirements Planning (MRP), safety stock levels, lead times, and demand forecasts.
- Create, issue, track, and manage purchase orders for raw materials and components.
- Build and maintain vendor relationships, negotiate pricing, monitor supplier on-time delivery performance, and resolve quality, delivery, or invoice discrepancies.
- Coordinate with production, scheduling, and sales teams to align material availability with manufacturing build plans.
- Monitor stock levels to prevent stockouts while reducing excess and obsolete inventory.
- Maintain accurate planning parameters, cost records, and lead times within the ERP system.
- Drive improvements related to purchasing processes, inventory accuracy, and material flow.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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