Manufacturing Planning & Procurement Specialist

Maradyne Corporation•Cleveland, OH

1d•$50,000 - $70,000•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 manufacturing production and maintain inventory levels.
Work collaboratively with other departments and vendors to ensure that the company's manufacturing process runs seamlessly.
Purchase materials.
Manage inventory levels.
Ensure timely delivery of products.
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.