Planner Buyer Specialist
About The Position
Purpose of Role Manage the Product availability at the right time, right place, and right quantity to achieve Customer Service levels and Optimum Inventory. Key Accountabilities Include Ensure ERP and planning system data fields are accurate Ensure optimum inventory planning to achieve inventory and service levels Ensure factories and vendors meet Yamaha's product availability needs with optimum cost Ensure goods are received on time Ensure efficient inventory flows in support of inventory health Ensure business needs are met
Requirements
- Demonstrated success in planning, material management, inventory, and demand planning
- Demonstrated success with MRP and ERP systems
- Advanced with Microsoft Office including Excel and PowerPoint
- Demonstrated success working within a cross-functional, matrixed environment
- BS/BA in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Logistics, or related field
- 5+ years experience in planning, material management, inventory, and demand planning
- 3+ years experience using MRP and ERP systems
Nice To Haves
- Experience in Tableau or Power BI
- Experience in Oracle/SAP
- APICS certification
- Music instrument/audio industry knowledge
Responsibilities
- Plan, create, maintain, and monitor Purchase Orders and resolve related issues for domestic and international suppliers
- Monitor and assess backorder and inventory availability across the network
- Create, maintain, report, and track KPIs with corrective action plans
- Define and execute exit plans for unproductive inventory
- Facilitate and lead cross-functional meetings including Purchasing, Sales, and Inventory meetings
- Maintain item master and pricing
- Develop functional skills in others on the team
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Vision, Dental, LTD, Life-Insurance and 401k with match AND automatic contributions
- Performance based bonus program
- Robust employee wellness programs including free music lessons
- Gym and wellness reimbursement program
- Tobacco cessation reward program
- Free concerts from award winning artists
- Discounted hotel, travel, entertainment, and other attractions
- Employee product purchase program
- Flexible work options (including hybrid schedule)
- Casual dress
- Vacation, sick-time and personal floating holidays
- Inclusive and passionate culture
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Miscellaneous Manufacturing
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
