Buyer/Planner

Hendrickson•North Canton, OH

15h•Hybrid

About The Position

Purchasing professional executes the strategic purchasing activities for assigned commodities, projects, and new product development programs to support cost, quality, delivery and overall business objectives. Works cross-functionally to manage supplier related opportunities and threats. With guidance from purchasing leadership, the Buyer/Planner I develops and implements optimal supply chain solutions to support operational and program needs.

Requirements

One year of experience in Purchasing or Materials
Competence with Microsoft Office software required
Planning and organizational skills with an ability to handle a multitude of projects
Ability to travel as needed
Strong skills in negotiating contracts, agreements, and terms and conditions
Demonstrated interpersonal and relationships building skills
Demonstrated problem solving skills
High energy level and strong self-motivation
High standards of integrity required

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a business or engineering concentrated field is a plus.
Professional designations or Certifications by recognized Purchasing organizations preferred.
Demonstrated negotiation success preferred
Familiar with and working experience in an IATF-16949 or other Quality regulated manufacturing environment preferred

Responsibilities

Material procurement and communication with assigned suppliers or commodities
Assist in capacity planning including evaluating material stock levels, maintaining supplier capabilities to Hendrickson current and future demand
Monitor supplier performance ensuring an uninterrupted supply of materials to production facilities through strategic management of the supply base
Monitor and communicate performance metrics to suppliers on an on-going and regular basis.
Manage ERP system, updating system inputs for each responsible component
Maintains pricing agreements for all assigned purchased material and resolves any invoice discrepancies in a timely manner
Monitor and account for all fluctuations in purchase price variance (PPV) for assigned purchased material
Maintains monthly data reporting as assigned.
Completes all purchasing tasks involved with the engineering change request process (e.g. RFQ, negotiation of costs and timing, supplier PPAP, etc.)
Conduct Advanced Quality Planning (AQP) meetings between Hendrickson and responsible suppliers.
Completes product deviations as necessary.
Clearly documents relevant information about assigned parts and suppliers per department documentation guidelines
Identifies and leverages opportunities by developing and managing contractual relationships as needed
Tracks and communicates cross-functional programs, product changes, and cost savings initiatives to ensure alignment and visibility of supply chain impacts
Foster multi-departmental relationship(s) between Hendrickson Vehicle Technology Group and key suppliers
Monitor the marketplace for assigned commodities to identify trends, technology advancements, risk mitigation strategies, and cost-efficient alternatives
Completes risk mitigation projects and other duties as assigned