Buyer/Planner

Position Purpose

Purchasing professional executes the strategic purchasing activities for assigned commodities, projects, and new product development programs to support cost, quality, delivery and overall business objectives. Works cross-functionally to manage supplier related opportunities and threats. With guidance from purchasing leadership, the Buyer/Planner I develops and implements optimal supply chain solutions to support operational and program needs.

Essential Functions

Supply Chain

• Material procurement and communication with assigned suppliers or commodities
• Assist in capacity planning including evaluating material stock levels, maintaining supplier capabilities to Hendrickson current and future demand
• Monitor supplier performance ensuring an uninterrupted supply of materials to production facilities through strategic management of the supply base
• Monitor and communicate performance metrics to suppliers on an on-going and regular basis
• Manage ERP system, updating system inputs for each responsible component

Commercial

• Maintains pricing agreements for all assigned purchased material and resolves any invoice discrepancies in a timely manner
• Monitor and account for all fluctuations in purchase price variance (PPV) for assigned purchased material
• Maintains monthly data reporting as assigned

Technical Specifications

• Completes all purchasing tasks involved with the engineering change request process (e.g. RFQ, negotiation of costs and timing, supplier PPAP, etc.)
• Conduct Advanced Quality Planning (AQP) meetings between Hendrickson and responsible suppliers
• Completes product deviations as necessary
• Clearly documents relevant information about assigned parts and suppliers per department documentation guidelines

Strategy Development

• Identifies and leverages opportunities by developing and managing contractual relationships as needed
• Tracks and communicates cross-functional programs, product changes, and cost savings initiatives to ensure alignment and visibility of supply chain impacts
• Foster multi-departmental relationship(s) between Hendrickson Vehicle Technology Group and key suppliers
• Monitor the marketplace for assigned commodities to identify trends, technology advancements, risk mitigation strategies, and cost-efficient alternatives
• Completes risk mitigation projects and other duties as assigned

Education and Training

• Bachelor's degree in a business or engineering concentrated field is a plus
• Professional designations or Certifications by recognized Purchasing organizations preferred

Minimum Qualifications

• One year of experience in Purchasing or Materials
• Demonstrated negotiation success preferred
• Competence with Microsoft Office software required
• Familiar with and working experience in an IATF-16949 or other Quality regulated manufacturing environment preferred
• Planning and organizational skills with an ability to handle a multitude of projects
• Ability to travel as needed

Physical Demands

• Frequent sitting and working at computer for extended periods of time

Environmental Conditions

• Office setting
• Minimal exposure to R&D lab and manufacturing setting
• Occasional travel may be required

Behavioral Traits

• Strong skills in negotiating contracts, agreements, and terms and conditions
• Demonstrated interpersonal and relationships building skills
• Demonstrated problem solving skills
• High energy level and strong self-motivation
• High standards of integrity required

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life, travel, and disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• 401K plans
• Pension plan
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Financial assistance programs for adoption or further education
• Comprehensive wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program