Buyer / Planner

Job Description

Job Description

Join Placon Corporation as a Full-Time Entry Level Buyer / Planner in Fitchburg, WI, where the thrill of innovation meets the excitement of problem-solving! In this dynamic role, you'll dive deep into MRP (Materials Requirements Planning) and harness the power of Oracle ERP to optimize our production scheduling and inventory management processes. Your expertise in forecasting and demand planning will be crucial in driving excellence and ensuring customer-centricity in our operations.

Engage in root cause analysis to tackle challenges head-on and enhance our production efficiency. This onsite position promises a vibrant, energetic atmosphere that fosters collaboration and encourages communication skills and interpersonal skills. Immerse yourself in our culture, where every day is an opportunity to thrive and contribute to something greater.

You will be provided great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Competitive Salary, and Paid Time Off. Apply now to be part of a forward-thinking team that values your insights and creativity!

Day to day as a Buyer / Planner

In the exhilarating role of Buyer / Planner at Placon Corporation, you'll master the schedule by maintaining and updating our Master Production Schedules utilizing our Oracle ERP system, ensuring that we consistently meet customer demand. Your talent in managing production will shine as you create and track factory work orders, expertly balancing machine loads to align with the production schedule. Collaborating closely with our manufacturing team, you'll coordinate staffing and overtime to optimize efficiency and performance. Additionally, your foresight will come into play as you procure materials, placing and tracking purchase orders for raw materials to guarantee timely and cost-effective delivery.

Join us in this fast-paced environment where problem-solving and innovation are keys to success!

Are you a good fit for this Buyer / Planner job?

To thrive as a Buyer / Planner at Placon Corporation, you’ll need a blend of education and experience that sets you up for success. A bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is essential, complemented by a minimum of three years in production scheduling or purchasing within an MRP II system. An in-depth understanding of manufacturing and production planning is vital, along with fundamental knowledge of ERP requirements and processes.

APICS certification is preferred, showcasing your commitment to excellence in this domain. You must possess strong reasoning, analytical, and problem-solving skills, allowing you to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with minimal supervision effectively. Additionally, excellent interpersonal skills will enhance your collaboration with team members.

Comfort in a normal office environment with standard equipment will enable you to execute your responsibilities efficiently, driving our customer-centric ethos forward!

Knowledge and skills required for the position are :

• A bachelor’s degree in business administration
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in production scheduling or purchasing within an MRP II system.
• A strong understanding of manufacturing and production planning.
• Fundamental knowledge of ERP requirements and processes.
• APICS certification is preferred.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and work with minimal supervision.
• Strong reasoning, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working in a normal office environment with a computer, phone and other standard office equipment.

Ready to join our team?

If you think this role will suit your needs, great! Applying is a piece of cake. Good luck - we're excited to meet you!

Placon employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug test, basic physical, background check, educational verification, and reference checks (as applicable).

Placon requires that employees have and maintain authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In general, Placon does not sponsor candidates for non-immigrant visas or permanent residency unless based on business need.

Placon is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristics.