Buyer / Planner

MRINetwork Jobs
Indian Trail, NC, US
Full-time

Job Description

Job Description

Buyer / Planner

Major Areas of Responsibility :

  • Safety minded in all work activities; suggest and recommend safety initiatives; commitment to safe work habits, maintaining work are organized aligned with 5S.
  • Plan and procure inventory items to maintain stock levels to support business.
  • Maintain adequate stock levels while assisting the company in achieving inventory goals.
  • Problem-solve and supply information relating to purchasing and receiving; must develop good working knowledge of ERP.
  • Manage inventory, levels, schedules and availability of selected items, either manufactured or purchased, to meet production schedules.
  • Interface with manufacturing personnel, the purchasing department and supervisors on materials status and production planning issues.
  • Review inventory discrepancies to identify root causes and either recommend corrective actions to appropriate personnel or enter inventory transactions in ERP.
  • Develop and maintain inventory reports that drives material replenishment across product groups and perform analysis on an as-needed basis.
  • Leverage ERP, DDMRP, Power BI reports and other systems to execute day to day inventory control, to consistently achieve fill rates while minimizing excess inventory.
  • Continuous inventory review. Verify on-hand against ERP and lead time.
  • Weekly follow-up of past due orders with suppliers.
  • Assist in cost savings initiatives and supplier rationalization.
  • Help develop and reinforce proper inventory practices.
  • Other tasks as needed or assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

  • A bachelor’s 4-year degree, preferably in Engineering, Management or Supply Chain related courses.
  • A minimum of two years of experience in Material Buyer / Planner in manufacturing setting.
  • Must have experience using ERP and MRP systems and applications.
  • Must have experience with all Microsoft office applications including Power BI.
  • Strong systems / process orientation with analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Must have a sense of urgency and ability to prioritize tasks.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors and coworkers.
  • Excellent project management and follow-up skills.
  • 8 days ago
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