Buyer - 1st shift/Day Shift

What Will You Do?

• Participate in Master Production Schedule (MPS) loading decisions through proper material sizing.
• Analyze, maintain, and execute Material Requirements Planning (MRP) to support production needs.
• Monitor and verify the materials pipeline to ensure alignment with MRP requirements.
• Identify and appropriately address materials supply issues.
• Ensure materials availability to support production according to the Master Production Schedule through MRP execution, on-time delivery, and coordination of materials movement through receiving to production.
• Identify, escalate, and resolve material supply issues proactively.
• Manage and optimize Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) processes.
• Issue purchase orders in accordance with negotiated pricing, terms, and conditions.
• Ensure supplier compliance with agreements and performance expectations.
• Maintain accurate master data and planning parameters to balance procurement costs and inventory levels.
• Track and reduce material liabilities by coordinating with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor supplier performance across delivery, quality, and service metrics.
• Drive corrective actions for recurring supplier issues using appropriate tools and resources.
• Support Accounts Payable with resolution of invoice discrepancies.
• Provide input into commodity strategies and supplier performance insights.
• Minimize freight expenses associated with materials.
• Ensure compliance with company safety, health, and security policies.

How Will You Get Here?

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Experience: At least 1 year of experience working with basic Material Requirements Planning (MRP).
• Experience: Experience in an analyst or similar data-driven role.
• Experience: Experience in procurement, supply chain, or materials planning preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to define problems, collect data, and draw valid conclusions.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (required).
• Skills: Working knowledge of MRP systems and supply chain processes.
• Skills: Ability to calculate and interpret financial and operational metrics (percentages, ratios, trends).
• Skills: Effective communication skills with the ability to present information to various audiences.
• Skills: Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Skills: Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Skills: Basic understanding of algebra, geometry, and data interpretation.
• Skills: Proficiency with Windows-based systems and general PC applications.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with SAP systems.
• Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of Excel macros or automation tools.