Buyer - Custom Studio 431

We are currently seeking a Supply Chain Analyst to join our highly collaborative, fast-paced Studio 431 Customs team onsite in Kalamazoo, MI. This is a hybrid position requiring you to be on-site four days per week.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate early supplier involvement for manufacturability and award of business per overall Landscape Forms commodity strategy.
• Provide timely support of production needs.
• Collaborate within the Studio 431 team to complete projects on time, with reliable, high-quality, total cost-competitive sources.
• Support Supply Chain objectives: drive activities to align with commodity strategies and sourcing values (e.g., Sustainability, Risk Management).
• Create and execute continuous improvement projects to enhance Studio 431 and general Supply Chain processes.
• Actively gather continuous improvement ideas from the supply base.
• Manage supplier relationships using metrics to gauge performance, award business, and implement solutions.
• Collaborate with engineers, manufacturing team members, designers, suppliers, tool builders, and associates to improve the Studio 431 overall process, considering scalability, reliability, and efficiency.
• Vet new companies as potential suppliers/partners for component, subassembly, or complete fabrication of Studio 431 purchased materials.
• Ensure depth of approved suppliers for individual commodities is appropriate.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or equivalent skill level.
• Knowledge in the use of lean manufacturing and project management tools.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Familiarity with common quality system processes such as sample submission, capability studies, etc.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes used for metal fabrication, concrete, wood, and plastics is preferred.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations and work with data collection, data analysis, and evaluation.
• History of achievement with an emphasis on customer service and problem-solving.
• Strong candidates will drive accountability within the supply base and project teams to support internal and external customers.
• Desire to continuously improve and willingness to accept responsibility for decision-making.
• Ability to work well in a team environment, building a network of relationships with a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and objectively plan and organize tasks to meet project deadlines.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical information effectively at all levels.
• Mostly office work, but may be required to work in noisy or hot environments and around moving machinery. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package including insurance benefits (available your first day).
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Family and parenting leaves.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness programs.
• Quarterly bonuses.
• Paid time off.

About Us

Landscape Forms is a modern craft manufacturer, blending expert craftsmanship with innovative technology to shape the outdoors. For over 55 years, we’ve crafted inspiring solutions to artfully connect people to the outdoors and to one another. Our work is driven by a deep commitment to design, culture, and craft—and by the belief that outdoor environments should be as inspiring and inclusive as the people who use them.