Job Description
Job Description
We're looking for a Buyer / Planner to join our team (on-site) and keep our manufacturing operation running like clockwork. In this role, you'll source and purchase goods, raw materials, and services that fuel our success while balancing price, quality, and on-time delivery. You'll work both independently and alongside a supportive team to ensure our production floor has exactly what it needs, when it needs it. If you love a good challenge, solving supply puzzles, and keeping customers happy, this role is for you!
Position : Full-Time Buyer / Planner (on-site 40-hour position)
Location : Londonderry, New Hampshire
Schedule : 1st shift - 7 : 30 AM - 4 : 00 PM (For 6 months out of the year we also work a 9 / 80 schedule, which is a two-workweek schedule of eight 9-hour days, one 8-hour day, and one day off - our employees love it!)
Salary : Commensurate with experience - Let's talk!
Benefits : YES! Details below
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Health and Dental Insurance
- Ancillary Benefits (STD, LTD, AD&D, Life)
- 401K Matching
- Tuition Assistance
- PTO for vacation & sick time
- 11 paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Referral Program
- Employee Discount Program
- Free Breakfast Friday's
The Buyer / Planner is responsible for purchasing goods, (raw) materials, and services while exceeding customer satisfaction and ensuring company operational needs are met while considering price, quality and managing on-time deliveries for continuous supply. The Buyer / Planner will work individually as well as part of a team supporting our in-house manufacturing operation to meet and exceed deadlines.
Buyer / Planner Essential Functions :
Purchase goods, materials, components, and / or services in line with specified cost, quality, and delivery targets as well as tracking existing purchase orders, and schedule delivery for required material and suppliesManage purchase order scheduling in ERP system to support production needs and organizationResearch alternate sources of supply to provide supply chain stability and identify low-cost optionsNegotiate contracts, materials, equipment, services, and supplies from suppliers, and obtain the best possible pricing and payment termsDevelop and manage relationships with suppliers and ensure they meet delivery and quality objectivesProactively drive the supply chain to meet and exceed our production floor's needs and eliminate any interruptionsManage multiple duties to complete daily, weekly, and monthly purchasing goalsExpedite and coordinate deliveries of materials and supplies required to meet manufacturing schedulesCollaborate effectively with engineering, sales, and manufacturing to translate business needs into clear sourcing requirementsEnsure a smooth flow of materials through the production process and consistent information regarding status and priorities; advise management of the status of work in progress, material availability, and potential production updatesWork with suppliers and the accounting department to resolve invoicing issuesSupport and participate in cross-functional projects with department colleagues and other departmentsBuyer / Planner Qualifications :
Strong knowledge and understanding of all functions of the manufacturing supply chain and purchasingExperience using an ERP system as well as Microsoft Office programsExcellent and effective verbal and written communication skillsAnalytical thinker with exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills, must be good with follow-upAbility to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and deadlinesCapable of working independently and taking initiative as needed to accomplish goalsTeam player with a "can do" attitude, flexible, and versatileAbility to read technical drawings, specs and BoM'sStrong time management skills and multi-tasking skillsBuyer / Planner Education and Experience :
High School Diploma (minimum)3+ years of buyer / planning experience specifically within manufacturingBuyer / Planner Special Requirements :
Primarily office-based with regular visits to the production floor and inventory areas (PPE provided)Must be able to sit at a desk, use a computer, and communicate via phone and / or email for extended periodsAbility to lift up to 50 poundsAdmix is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Admix participates in E-Verify.
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