Buyer Planner

Location: Hegins, PA 17938

Pay

$62,000 – $77,000 depending on relevant experience and qualifications

Responsibilities

• Provides effective execution of site purchasing/inventory management activities and proper maintenance of related operating system data.
• Interprets data related to material usage to optimize investment material inventory while maximizing service to the customer.
• Communicates effectively with suppliers and internal customers to procure goods and services for the site.
• Reviews and implements all company inventory management strategies and policies to assure consistent application across the site.
• Monitors and/or plans for changing inventory requirements through participation in sales & operations planning (S&OP) processes.
• Coordinates activities that will continuously improve the inventory levels throughout the site.
• Reviews and completes purchase orders and contacts suppliers to place orders.
• Expedites and defers the delivery of purchased items in order to meet delivery schedules.
• Reviews purchase requisitions for proper authorization levels and other required data.
• Obtains quotes from suppliers and assists in negotiating cost‑effective solutions for MIWD considering total acquisition costs (TAC).
• Prepares spend activity reports as directed.
• Analyzes data related to raw materials, work‑in‑process, and finished‑goods inventory activity.
• Communicates with production and receiving staff to monitor the status of incoming goods.

Qualifications

• BS in Business, Supply Chain Management or related field, or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Three to five years planning or buying experience in a high‑volume manufacturing facility.
• Knowledge and ability to deploy ASCM, supply chain management, purchasing, and lean manufacturing concepts; ASCM training a plus.
• Ability to multi‑task and effectively motivate team members and others with diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and DataWorks or other operating systems as required.
• Strong problem‑solving and negotiation skills.

Benefits

• Three comprehensive medical plan options
• Prescription drug coverage
• Dental and vision insurance
• Teladoc virtual healthcare services
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and annual wellness clinic
• Company‑paid life insurance (voluntary additional coverage available)
• Company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability
• Supplemental hospital indemnity, critical illness, and accident insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Legal insurance, identity theft protection, and pet insurance
• Team member discount program