Site Buyer/Materials Planner

Site Buyer / Materials PlannerCategory : Supply ChainPosition Type : Regular Full-TimeExternal ID : 14827Location : Winston-Salem, NC, United StatesDate Posted : Sep 24, 2024Share : share to e-mail Tweet share to twitter Share on Facebook share to facebook Share on LinkedIn share to linkedinApply NowOverviewTHE ROLE : The Site Buyer / Materials Planner will lead and support management to ensure that Raw Materials (RM) and Packaging Materials (PM) are available to support Manufacturing activities.

This position will work cross-functionally with internal teams, including Accounts Payable, Production Planning, Sourcing, R&D, Change Management, Manufacturing, Finance, Cost Accounting, Transportation and Quality as well as externally with RM & PM suppliers.

This role will use Agile database / document management and Oracle ERP systems to procure Herbalife Nutrition approved direct materials and to manage related material inventories.

HOW YOU WOULD CONTRIBUTE : Manage purchasing cycle, including, but not limited to, purchase order (PO) creation, blanket purchase agreements, release creation, PO order tracking / follow up (expediting and postponing, rescheduling, other changes).

Manage less complex material categories as experience progresses.Maintain database of supplier and item information that supports the procurement process.

e.g. Master files)Adhere to Sox Compliance requirements related to the procurement process, including purchase of only company approved materials through company approved suppliers.

Validate spend authority and proper approval within database.Handle inventory levels at desired targets while ensuring continuous supply.

Analyze Oracle MRP reports, based on the Production Planning department’s input, to lead the replenishment process by purchasing materials in support of those schedules.

Lead materials inventory planning and control with consideration to supplier lead times, logistics, material excess / obsolescence.

Target and validate optimum safety stock levels via ongoing review; provide recommendations for strategy revisions to management.

Communicate with internal departments and external suppliers, to resolve any non-conforming material related issues, including quality and on-time deliveries.

Support on time product launches from the site.Support A / P in various queries related to pricing and purchasing terms.Inform management of any potential supply issues for materials that may affect manufacturer’s ability to deliver finished goods on schedule.

Monitor supplier performance for adherence to critical metrics (including material quality and delivery performance) with an eye on continuous improvement.

Build / strengthen supplier relationships through frequent communication and support of standard processes.Attend and lead meetings as required to understand and implement company objectivesApply available reporting tools to analyze the end-to-end procurement process and make recommendations for improvements.

Supports the initiation of engineering change requests / orders (ECR’s / Eco’s) using Agile and temporary deviation approvals (TDA’s) to manage internal department and external supplier product changesSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES : NONEQualificationsSKILLS AND BACKGROUND REQUIRED TO BE SUCCESSFUL : Skills : Demonstrated problem-solving skillsStrong information gathering, analysis, and reporting capabilityHighly organized, with excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skillsAbility to multi-task among when there are conflicting prioritiesAbility to perform in a fast-paced environment while leading multiple projectsProficiency in MS office, including Outlook, Word and ExcelPurchasing role in commodities, Packaging, MRO, or other raw materials and servicesProficiency in Oracle, Access, Agile or other database management systemsExperience : 2 years’ experience in sourcing, purchasing, or supply chainExperience working with cross-functional teamsEducation : 2-year degree in business, management, supply chain or commensurate experiencePREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS : 4-year degree in business, management or supply chain3 years’ experience in sourcing, purchasing or supply chainAgile Database / document management systemsOracle Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systemsAPICS or ISM certificationExperience with TQM, ISO9000, Lean Six Sigma or other manufacturing / quality strategiesStrong background in data analyticsExperience with nutritional and / or other food productsPHYSICAL DEMANDS : In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be considered to perform the essential functions of the job.Must be able to see, hear, speak and write clearly in order to communicate with employees and / or other customersLight office work, some light lifting, and walking may be requiredWORK ENVIRONMENT : In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be considered to perform the essential functions of the job within the environment.The office is clean, orderly, properly lighted and ventilatedNoise levels are considered low to moderate#LI-JH1#teamherbalife#HerbalifeManufacturingAt Herbalife, we value doing what’s right.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

We value diversity, strive for inclusivity, and believe the differences among our teammates is a key contributor to Herbalife’s ongoing success.

Herbalife offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees in the U.S. (limited to the 50 States and the District of Columbia), which includes Group Health Programs, other Voluntary Benefit Programs, and Paid Time Off.

Group Health Programs include Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Basic Life / AD&D;

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).Other Voluntary Benefit Programs include a 401(k) plan, Wellness Incentive Program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), Supplemental Life / Critical Illness / Hospitalization / Accident Insurance, and Pet Insurance.

Paid time off includes Company-observed U.S. Holidays, Floating Holidays, Vacation, Sick Time, a Volunteer Program, Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave, Bereavement Leave, Personal Leave and time off for voting.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and / or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please email your request totalentacquisition@herbalife.

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