Senior Buyer/Planner

GATEKEEPER SYSTEMS•Lake Forest, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Gatekeeper Systems, we’re revolutionizing retail loss prevention and customer safety through a powerful combination of physical deterrents and cutting-edge technology—including AI, computer vision, and facial recognition. As a global leader with over 25 years of industry excellence and a growing, diverse team of 500 employees across offices in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia, we’re driven by innovation, integrity, and impact. Join us and be part of a mission-focused team that’s making a real difference in the future of retail, providing innovative solutions and services that redefine industry standards. The Planner/Buyer will work closely with our global sales team, internal manufacturing facilities & 3rd party supply base to ensure incoming supply of purchased components and finished goods meets customer demand. Taking point on gathering data for our monthly Global SIOP reviews for our flagship product, the Smart Wheel. The SIOP process starts by scrubbing the sales forecast vs. historical trends and reconciling discrepancies, then adjusting open PO’s (pull in’s / push out’s) to ensure the flow of incoming fin goods meets customer demand, whilst maintaining optimized inventory levels. This goes beyond merely reporting the numbers, the Buyer/Planner should pro-actively take measures to keep our supply chain in a “healthy” state, with optimized inventory & excellent service levels. Key performance metrics will include OTD, turns and inventory dollars. This role requires working from the office x3 days per week (90 Icon, Lake Forest, CA, 92610), with the option to work from home or come into the office x2 days per week.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
5+ years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience — preferably in a manufacturing or technology environment.
Experience working with ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Navision or similar).
Strong understanding of purchasing principles and vendor management.
Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management abilities.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel (pivot tables & V-LOOKUP’s).
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Knowledge of import/export compliance, logistics, and inventory control a plus.

Nice To Haves

Experience in global sourcing and working with international suppliers.
Familiarity with electronic components, molded parts, mechanical assemblies and fin goods.
APICS or CPM certification is preferred (not mandatory).

Responsibilities

Prepare & maintain SIOP file.
Schedule / lead monthly SIOP meetings.
Follow up on actions post SIOP.
Check PO ship dates are on track, expedite / escalate where required.
Resolve supply challenges / eliminate stock out’s.
Generate and adjust PO’s, to maintain accurate ship dates / qty’s.
Keep ERP system current with accurate lead times, MOQ’s and safety stock levels.
Generate shortage reports and drive countermeasure plans for late deliveries.
Attend Supply chain related meetings.
Optimize inbound freight, adjusting PO qty’s to max out 40ft containers.
Identify excess inventory and look for opportunities to repurpose.
Identify obsolete inventory and work with finance to write off.
Identify chronic performing suppliers.
Support NPD activity.
Cut demand signals for parts phasing out of production, to reduce E&O exposure.
Reduce MOQ’s or lead times in support of meeting turns & working capital goals.
Long range planning to identify “bottle necks” and work on capacity expansion plans.