Buyer /Planner

Sika•Duluth, GA

25d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our Building & Finishing team at our Duluth, GA plant , where you’ll play a key role in driving efficient production planning, inventory management, and supply coordination to support our growing operations. The position operates under the guidance of the Materials Manager and offers the opportunity to collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence. This role requires daily onsite presence. Candidates should live in or near the Duluth, GA area. Review and analyze MRP-generated material requirements to support accurate planning and uninterrupted production. Develop, manage, and track production schedules to ensure on-time manufacturing and delivery commitments. Establish and maintain stocking strategies and inventory levels for designated locations to meet service and cost objectives. Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, quality, procurement, logistics, and warehouse teams to resolve material issues and prioritize production needs. Coordinate material transfers and expediting activities to ensure timely availability of materials for production. Maintain accurate purchasing and inventory master data, communicating changes in pricing, lead times, and material attributes to Corporate Procurement. Monitor open purchase orders, follow up on delayed or past-due receipts, and coordinate resolution of material shortages. Ensure end-to-end material traceability for WIP and finished goods, addressing discrepancies to maintain production schedules. Support inventory accuracy initiatives and best practices in coordination with warehouse operations. Develop and analyze monthly reports on schedule attainment, inventory performance, forecasts, and other key metrics, while supporting special projects as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field is preferred
Proficient in ERP systems ( SAP Preferred ), advanced Excel skills, and experience with scheduling software (MRP)
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex data and make informed decisions.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

Review and analyze MRP-generated material requirements to support accurate planning and uninterrupted production.
Develop, manage, and track production schedules to ensure on-time manufacturing and delivery commitments.
Establish and maintain stocking strategies and inventory levels for designated locations to meet service and cost objectives.
Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, quality, procurement, logistics, and warehouse teams to resolve material issues and prioritize production needs.
Coordinate material transfers and expediting activities to ensure timely availability of materials for production.
Maintain accurate purchasing and inventory master data, communicating changes in pricing, lead times, and material attributes to Corporate Procurement.
Monitor open purchase orders, follow up on delayed or past-due receipts, and coordinate resolution of material shortages.
Ensure end-to-end material traceability for WIP and finished goods, addressing discrepancies to maintain production schedules.
Support inventory accuracy initiatives and best practices in coordination with warehouse operations.
Develop and analyze monthly reports on schedule attainment, inventory performance, forecasts, and other key metrics, while supporting special projects as assigned.