Fabrication Buying Planning Supervisor

Victaulic Co•Justin, TX

59d•Onsite

About The Position

Victaulic is seeking an experienced Buying Planning Supervisor to lead and support our catalog buyer planner team. This role is critical in ensuring seamless catalog operations, inventory accuracy, and efficient procurement processes. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership abilities, excellent organizational skills, and deep knowledge of buying and planning functions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field
5+ years of experience in buying, planning, or procurement roles
2+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience
Strong understanding of inventory management principles and ERP systems
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools
Excellent organizational and project management skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal

Responsibilities

Supervise and mentor the catalog buyer planner team, providing guidance on daily operations and strategic initiatives
Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with team members to assess performance, provide feedback, and support professional development
Allocate workload effectively across the team to optimize productivity and meet deadlines
Foster a collaborative team environment that encourages continuous improvement and problem-solving
Develop, maintain, and update standard work documents for all team processes and procedures
Ensure team members are trained on and adhere to standard work documentation
Review and revise standard work documents regularly to reflect process improvements and best practices
Lead the execution of new catalog launches from planning through implementation
Coordinate cross-functionally with marketing, merchandising, operations, and supply chain teams to ensure successful launches
Develop and maintain launch timelines, ensuring all milestones are met
Monitor launch performance and implement corrective actions as needed
Create and maintain standard operating procedures for catalog launch processes
Oversee and execute cycle count programs to maintain inventory accuracy
Analyze cycle count results and investigate discrepancies
Implement corrective actions to address root causes of inventory variances
Develop and track key performance indicators related to inventory accuracy
Train team members on proper cycle count procedures and best practices
Manage the part code approval workflow, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Review and approve new part code requests according to established guidelines
Maintain data integrity within the item master database
Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve part code discrepancies
Establish and enforce standards for part numbering and classification
Identify opportunities to streamline buying and planning processes
Generate regular reports on team performance, inventory metrics, and catalog health
Monitor key performance indicators and take proactive measures to address issues
Implement best practices and drive operational excellence initiatives