Buyer Planner - Spare Parts

About the role

The Buyer Planner will coordinate the procurement of goods and services for Ipsen's Spare Parts Department. Key responsibilities include forecasting and planning assigned product codes, managing suppliers, monitoring key performance metrics, and developing relationships with peers.

Responsibilities

• Forecast and plan assigned Product Codes at the item level for Spare Parts.
• Manage suppliers to reduce costs, improve quality, control inventories, and ensure timely flow of material.
• Monitor and report key performance metrics, including Purchase Price Variance, inventories, shortages, and supplier performance.
• Ensure efficient inventory management to minimize stockouts and maximize inventory utilization.
• Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of assigned products and their associated supplier base.
• Demonstrate proficiency in utilizing company-specific ERP/MRP systems.
• Work closely with production in developing production schedules.
• Work with quality assurance to render disposition on defective parts and supplier feedback.
• Identify areas for improvement, propose solutions, and implement necessary changes.
• May be required to work flexible hours to meet project deadlines.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders such as the production, finance, and logistics departments to ensure alignment of procurement activities with business goals.
• Occasionally travel, up to 15%, to include both domestic and internationally.

Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook).
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as price vs. cost analysis, discounts, percentages, proportions, area, circumference, volume, metrics and interest.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Possess strong critical thinking, decision-making, and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables where limited standardization exists.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, blueprints, component specifications, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
• Detail-oriented and solid organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively present information via spreadsheets and computer software.
• Ability to timely respond to questions from managers, production supervisors, production personnel, and customers.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in financial planning and cost-benefit analysis in a manufacturing or other related environment required.
• Additional certifications such as Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) are a plus.

Physical/Visual/Mental/Environmental Factors

The demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly required to sit and use hands and finger dexterity. Occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms. Occasionally required to lift up to 10-20 pounds. Regularly requires close vision, hearing, and talking. Exposure to moderate noise level while in office.

Benefits

Day-One Benefits – Enjoy our full benefits package starting your very first day—no waiting period required. 401(k) with Company Match – We invest in your future with a generous 401(k) plan and company contributions to grow your savings faster. Paid Time Off – Recharge and take the time you need with our competitive vacation package, paid holidays and PTO. Tuition Reimbursement – We support your growth. Advance your education and career with our tuition assistance program.