Senior Buyer and Planner

PACIFIC RUBBER & PACKING INC•San Carlos, CA

1d•$90,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

At Pacific Rubber & Packing in San Carlos, CA, we help keep critical industries moving by delivering the sealing solutions and engineered components that keep their operations running. We are looking for a Senior Buyer/Planner who thrives on solving complex supply challenges, building supplier partnerships, and creating order out of uncertainty. This role is for someone who wants to own outcomes, influence strategy, and make a measurable impact on business performance every day.

Requirements

6+ years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, planning, procurement, or inventory management.
Strong MRP and ERP system experience.
Advanced Excel and analytical skills.
Experience negotiating with suppliers and managing business-critical relationships.
Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
A mindset focused on ownership, continuous improvement, and results.

Nice To Haves

APICS / CPIM certification.
Manufacturing or industrial distribution experience.
Experience with rubber, sealing, engineered components, or related industries.
Exposure to forecasting, capacity planning, and S&OP processes.

Responsibilities

Develop sourcing and inventory strategies that keep products flowing and customers supported.
Partner directly with domestic and international suppliers to improve cost, lead time, quality, and reliability.
Analyze demand, inventory, and capacity data to anticipate problems before they occur.
Own supplier negotiations and help drive long-term business results.
Build tools, reports, and processes that improve visibility and decision-making.
Collaborate with sales, operations, customer service, and leadership to solve customer challenges.
Help mentor developing buyers and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.