Operational Buyer/Planner II

JBT Marel•Middletown, OH

About The Position

In this role you will: Ensure that purchasing/planning workbenches and miscellaneous purchase requests are processed on a daily basis by creating purchase orders and jobs for parts, equipment and supplies from a global base of suppliers. Follow-up on existing purchase orders by inputting vendor confirmations and modifications Follow up and expedite material as required to meet production and delivery expectations. Work with vendors on any delivery, quality, or additional issues that may arise. Sourcing and quoting of machined and fabricated parts per print, as well as manufactured components over a broad range of commodities to satisfy demand from workbenches and miscellaneous requests. Actively communicate with Customer Support, Technical Support and Logistics to ensure prompt material deliveries according to customer expectations and delivery schedules. Work with all departments and external suppliers to develop and maintain a seamless supply chain. Provide Supply Chain Management with requested analytical data to develop cost savings opportunities and monitor performance goals. Lead/participate in approved re-sourcing projects. Manage inventory in a multi-warehouse, global environment by reviewing and analyzing ad hoc data, formalized reports, and feedback from customers, to review and adjust stocking levels to assure adequate inventory to meet current and future customer needs. Other duties as assigned. Welcome to our temporary careers site. While we finalize our new website, you can explore open roles and start your career journey with JBT Marel here. At JBT Marel, we’re transforming the future of food through technology, innovation, and collaboration. Our work helps make the global food system more sustainable — and it’s powered by thousands of talented people around the world. We value collaboration, integrity, innovation, and continuous growth — and we believe the best ideas come from diverse perspectives working together. If you’re looking for meaningful work and the chance to make a real impact, explore opportunities at JBT Marel and get ready to transform the future of food.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent of experience and training that provides required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Comprehensive understanding of MS Excel preferred.
Minimum of three (3) years of buying experience.
Global purchasing, global logistics, or purchasing in a manufacturing environment preferred.
Experience with MRP/ERP systems. (Syteline preferred)
High level of analytical ability and demonstrated maturity to make decisions and recommendations where problems are complex.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

Ensure that purchasing/planning workbenches and miscellaneous purchase requests are processed on a daily basis by creating purchase orders and jobs for parts, equipment and supplies from a global base of suppliers.
Follow-up on existing purchase orders by inputting vendor confirmations and modifications
Follow up and expedite material as required to meet production and delivery expectations.
Work with vendors on any delivery, quality, or additional issues that may arise.
Sourcing and quoting of machined and fabricated parts per print, as well as manufactured components over a broad range of commodities to satisfy demand from workbenches and miscellaneous requests.
Actively communicate with Customer Support, Technical Support and Logistics to ensure prompt material deliveries according to customer expectations and delivery schedules.
Work with all departments and external suppliers to develop and maintain a seamless supply chain.
Provide Supply Chain Management with requested analytical data to develop cost savings opportunities and monitor performance goals.
Lead/participate in approved re-sourcing projects.
Manage inventory in a multi-warehouse, global environment by reviewing and analyzing ad hoc data, formalized reports, and feedback from customers, to review and adjust stocking levels to assure adequate inventory to meet current and future customer needs.
Other duties as assigned.