Principle Production Buyer/Planner

Alcon • Irvine, CA

5d • $112,200 - $145,200 • Onsite

About The Position

The Principle Production Buyer/Planner is part of Alcon’s Supply Chain function, which manages logistics, inventory management, and supply chain analytics to ensure products are delivered efficiently. This role maintains material schedules to support production control, manages material flow, addresses shortages, handles direct material buying, executes supply chain strategies, and leads individual projects. The position calls for advanced problem-solving, project management, supplier collaboration, continuous improvement, and the ability to connect day-to-day work to broader organizational priorities.

The role is onsite, with 0–10% domestic travel. Sponsorship and relocation are not available. The anticipated annual pay range is $112,200–$145,200, with actual compensation subject to factors such as experience, skills, location, and internal equity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of directly related experience; stated equivalents include high school plus 13 years, associate degree plus 9 years, master’s degree plus 2 years, or PhD plus 0 years.
• Five years of relevant experience.
• Fluency in reading, writing, understanding, and communicating in English.

Nice To Haves

• Medical device manufacturing experience.
• ERP/MRP systems expertise; SAP proficiency is strongly preferred.
• Global supply chain knowledge.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Advanced Excel proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Maintain schedules for material requirements and availability to support production control and manage the flow of materials, parts, and assemblies within or between departments according to schedules.
• Compile records of material quantity, cost, and type received, shipped, in stock, or in production.
• Determine and address possible and actual material shortages.
• Handle direct material buying and execute long-term supply chain strategies.
• Manage individual projects and apply advanced knowledge to improve project performance and operational efficiency.
• Make operational decisions requiring project management, time management, communication, and industry-specific skills.
• Share best practices, guide team members toward effective solutions, and provide ongoing coaching.
• Lead project teams using subject-matter expertise to support successful delivery.
• Use data and technology to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and simplify tasks.
• Collaborate directly with suppliers to optimize processes, strengthen partnerships, and implement mutually beneficial solutions.
• Analyze complex issues, develop effective solutions, and drive problems through to resolution.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Life insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Flexible time off for exempt associates
• PTO for hourly associates
• Benefits supporting health and well-being, financial security, and retirement planning
• Short-term and long-term incentive opportunities for eligible roles

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior