PLANNER JR.

Valcor Engineering Corporation•Springfield Township, NJ

3d•$75,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Jr. Planner/Buyer assists with planning and purchasing tasks by analyzing inventory data, preparing purchase orders, tracking deliveries, and communicating with suppliers. The Jr. Planner/Buyer helps maintain accurate stock levels, supports production needs, and contributes to cost-effective procurement decisions. Performs production planning activities driven by the MRP/ERP system, including releasing work orders to the shop floor and generating material requisitions to support manufacturing operations. The Planner/Buyer, Jr. manages purchasing and inventory planning by forecasting demand, placing purchase orders, coordinating with suppliers, and ensuring materials arrive on time while controlling costs and stock levels. Ensures the efficient flow of materials across all operational areas, including Procurement, Receiving, Manufacturing, Assembly, Inspection, and Shipping. Coordinates both internal processes and external supplier interactions to meet production schedules and customer delivery commitments. Proactively identifies and resolves issues that may impact material movement or production timelines by compiling and maintaining action item lists, keeping all stakeholders informed of risks and progress.

Requirements

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and digital procurement tools
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
Excellent verbal and written communication

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one-year experience in a fast-paced precision production environment preferred
Knowledge of Production control systems, component and assembled products, manufacturing processes preferred
Understanding of MRP/ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Epicor) beneficial
Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001, and supplier quality management systems beneficial
Understanding of FAR/DFARS, ITAR/EAR, and government contracting principles beneficial

Responsibilities

Route and expedite raw material, components, engineering documents, Blueprints, etc., in and between departments to ensure the un-interrupted flow of projects
Revise and re-schedule orders to meet the priorities of the team as directed by Planner or Project manager
Compile and prepare reports tracking material movements to provide detailed updates for Project Manager and Planners
Working within the team and other area owners, ensure accurate and timely responses to requested or required actions to support deliverables
Work with the area owners prioritize schedules, where necessary, to avoid extended delays and keep High priority jobs moving through their various production activities
Report production issues or irregularities to the project and/or assigned planner as required
Perform Job updates due to scrap and engineering revisions as required to keep hardware in production at the latest configuration
Assist and provide recommendations concerning processes, procedures, personnel, equipment and any other improvements that may improve the effectiveness and efficiencies of the organization and company
Work closely with Project and Planning Teams, Assembly, Machine Shop and Inventory control teams, to drive commitments and achieve required production goals and on-time delivery to both our internal and external customers
Collaborate with all area owners to coordinate preparation of Schedules and reports and maintain those files and other required records
Follow up on late shipments and resolve supply issues