Manufacturing Planning & Purchasing Professional

Maradyne Corporation•Cleveland, OH

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Maradyne Corporation is seeking a detail-oriented Buyer / Planner to support our manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for planning production, purchasing materials, and managing inventory to ensure timely, efficient, and seamless manufacturing processes. The Buyer / Planner will work closely with internal teams and external vendors to support customer demands and operational goals. The ideal candidate enjoys balancing hands-on involvement on the manufacturing floor with administrative responsibilities. Success in this role requires the ability to actively monitor inventory, perform cycle counts, investigate discrepancies, and collaborate with production teams, while also managing purchasing activities, planning production requirements, communicating with suppliers, and working within ERP systems and other business software.

Requirements

Associates degree required
Minimum of 3 years of experience in purchasing, inventory management, or supply chain management
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively with other departments and vendors
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
Experience working in industrial product manufacturing environment
Must possess excellent phone and computer skills, including working with Microsoft Office programs
Ability to work both collaboratively as well as independently, be self-motivated, prioritize and execute work activities
Must be effective at resolving problems and handling stressful situations in a professional manner
Must possess excellent communication skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or related field is preferred

Responsibilities

Plan production
Purchase materials
Manage inventory
Monitor inventory
Perform cycle counts
Investigate discrepancies
Collaborate with production teams
Manage purchasing activities
Plan production requirements
Communicate with suppliers
Work within ERP systems and other business software
Collaborate with vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials and products
Maintain accurate inventory levels and manage production schedules
Monitor and analyze sales trends to forecast demand and adjust inventory levels accordingly
Review and approve purchase orders and invoices
Work collaboratively with the production team to ensure that materials are available for all customers’ demands
Manage relationships with suppliers to ensure they meet the company's standards for quality, delivery, and cost
Continually assess vendor performance and identify areas for improvement
Develop and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure that purchasing and inventory management meets their needs
Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to purchasing and inventory management
Other duties as assigned