International Buyer / Planner

We need to output HTML fragment with sections for headings: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Use

for each heading. Only include sections where posting has real specific content. We must not repeat job title. Must not include Job ID etc. Remove boilerplate: EEO, etc. Must preserve all substantive info. We need to parse the posting. Sections present: - About Barco Products (company description) - could be "About the role"? Actually "About the role" heading is for description of role. The posting has "Position Summary" and then details. We can treat "About the role" as summary of role. We'll include that. - Responsibilities: The posting has "Core Responsibilities" with many bullet points (though not bullet list but paragraphs). We'll extract each duty as list items. - Requirements: There's a "Requirements" heading then "Qualifications" subheading? Actually after "Important Details" there is "Requirements Qualifications". It seems they combined. We'll treat "Requirements" as heading and list bullet points of qualifications. - Qualifications: Might be separate but we can combine. The instruction says use headings for sections like Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. We have qualifications content; we can put under

Qualifications

. Also there is a "Key Competencies" maybe skills. We'll treat that as Skills. - Benefits: The posting has "What We Offer" with list: Competitive base salary + performance-based bonus/commission structure, Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, Paid time off, holidays, and sick leave, Structured onboarding and in-house sales training program, A mission-driven company committed to sustainability and environmentally responsible products. That's benefits. - Pay: Not explicitly stated besides "Competitive base salary + performance-based bonus/commission structure". That's pay info. Should we create a Pay section? The instruction: never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless posting actually states them. It does state compensation: "Competitive base salary + performance-based bonus/commission structure". That's pay info. So we can include Pay section with that detail. However we already included that in Benefits? Might be better to separate: Benefits section for health, dental, vision, 401k, PTO, training, mission. Pay section for salary+bonus. We'll do that. - Schedule: Not mentioned. No schedule info. So omit Schedule. - Also we have "Important Details" about location, visa sponsorship, etc. That's not a heading per instruction; we can fold into a short

maybe under About the role or separate? Probably we can include a short paragraph after About the role: location and work authorization. We must not include boilerplate like EEO, equal opportunity, etc. Remove those lines. We must preserve all substantive info: company description, position summary, responsibilities, qualifications, key competencies, benefits, pay, location, visa sponsorship note. We must not invent or summarize away detail. Must keep specifics. We need to use

• for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. For prose use

  . We must not repeat job title as heading. We must output only HTML fragment. Let's craft. Structure:

  About the role

  Position summary paragraph: The International Buyer/Planner is responsible for sourcing and managing the end-to-end supply of overseas finished goods, from supplier selection and production coordination through freight delivery and payment. This role owns the purchasing and planning cycle for imported product lines, negotiating cost and terms with overseas suppliers, coordinating with freight forwarders and customs brokers to ensure on-time delivery, and partnering with Finance to ensure accurate and timely supplier payments. The International Buyer/Planner works closely with Quality, Engineering, Production, and Sales to ensure imported goods meet specification, lead-time, and cost targets, and serves as the primary point of contact for assigned overseas suppliers.

  Then maybe a paragraph for Important Details: location and visa.

  This role is based onsite at Barco Products' Waukesha, WI location. The position is not eligible for visa sponsorship; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

  Now Responsibilities:

  Responsibilities

  • Source and manage a portfolio of overseas suppliers for finished goods, ensuring alignment with product specifications, cost targets, and quality standards.
  • Place, track, and expedite international purchase orders, confirming production schedules and resolving order discrepancies.
  • Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, conducting regular business reviews and escalating performance issues as needed.
  • Coordinate with suppliers throughout the production cycle to confirm capacity, monitor progress against production schedules, and flag delays early.
  • Partner with Quality to establish inspection requirements (pre-production, in-line, and pre-shipment) and resolve nonconformance issues with suppliers.
  • Track and report supplier lead times, on-time delivery, and fill-rate performance; drive corrective action plans for underperforming suppliers.
  • Maintain accurate item master and supplier lead-time data in the ERP system to support planning accuracy.
  • Negotiate unit costs, tooling costs, minimum order quantities, and payment terms with overseas suppliers to meet target margins.
  • Conduct should-cost analysis and benchmark pricing to identify negotiation leverage and cost-reduction opportunities.
  • Lead or support annual cost-reduction and dual-sourcing initiatives in partnership with Engineering and Quality.
  • Coordinate with freight forwarders and customs brokers to schedule ocean and air shipments and ensure on-time delivery to the U.S.
  • Manage shipping documentation (commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, certificates of origin) for accuracy and compliance.
  • Track container and vessel schedules, proactively communicating delays or port congestion to Planning, Production, and Sales.
  • Identify freight routing and consolidation opportunities to reduce landed cost and transit time.
  • Ensure import transactions comply with U.S. Customs regulations, correct HTS classification, and applicable tariffs, including Section 301 duties.
  • Maintain accurate HTS codes, country-of-origin records, and duty documentation for each SKU.
  • Maintain supplier compliance files, including trade agreements, quality certifications, and social/ethical compliance documentation.
  • Work with Finance and suppliers to ensure timely, accurate payments, including wire transfers, letters of credit, and open account terms.
  • Reconcile supplier invoices against purchase orders and shipping documents; resolve pricing or quantity discrepancies.
  • Monitor payment terms and foreign exchange exposure to support cash flow objectives.
  • Support month-end accruals and cost reporting for open purchase orders and in-transit inventory.
  • Develop and maintain purchase order and replenishment plans based on sales forecasts, safety stock targets, and supplier lead times.
  • Balance inventory investment against service-level goals, identifying excess/obsolete risk and slow-moving SKUs.
  • Partner with Sales and Demand Planning to align import purchasing with new product launches and promotional forecasts.
  • Maintain min/max and reorder-point parameters in the ERP system to support automated planning.
  • Serve as the key liaison between overseas suppliers and internal Engineering, Quality, Production, and Sales teams.
  • Communicate order status, risks, and supply constraints clearly to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Identify and lead process improvements in sourcing, planning, and import logistics workflows.
  • Support new product introduction by sourcing samples, confirming specifications, and establishing initial supply for new SKUs.
  Now Qualifications:

  Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, International Trade, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 3-5+ years of experience in international purchasing, buying, or planning, including direct sourcing of finished goods from overseas suppliers (Asia sourcing experience preferred).
  • Working knowledge of Incoterms, international payment methods (letters of credit, wire transfer, open account), and import/export documentation.
  • Experience coordinating with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and 3PLs to manage ocean and air freight shipments.
  • Strong negotiation skills with a demonstrated track record of achieving cost savings with overseas suppliers.
  • Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems for purchase order management and inventory planning; strong Excel skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across cultures and time zones.
  • Preferred APICS/ASCM CPIM or CSCP certification, or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM).
  • Experience sourcing from China, Vietnam, or other Southeast Asian manufacturing markets.
  • Familiarity with U.S. Customs regulations, HTS classification, and Section 301 tariff requirements.
  • Experience in a durable goods, industrial, or commercial products manufacturing environment.
  • Proficiency in a second language (Mandarin or Vietnamese a plus), or experience working with overseas agents/translators.
  Now Skills (Key Competencies):

  Skills

  • International sourcing and supplier relationship management
  • Negotiation and cost management
  • Production, quality, and lead-time coordination
  • Logistics and freight forwarder coordination
  • Trade compliance and import documentation
  • Cross-functional collaboration and communication
  • Analytical and ERP/planning system proficiency
  • Attention to detail and organizational discipline
  Now Benefits:

  Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off, holidays, and sick leave
  • Structured onboarding and in-house sales training program
  • A mission-driven company committed to sustainability and environmentally responsible products
  Now Pay:

  Pay

  Competitive base salary + performance-based bonus/commission structure

  We should not include Schedule. Check for any duplicated content: we included location paragraph; we didn't repeat job title. We must ensure we didn't include any boilerplate like EEO, equal opportunity, etc. We removed. Check that we preserved all substantive info: company description? We omitted the About Barco Products description. That's substantive. Should we include it? The instruction: "Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones." We have About the role section (position summary). The company description could be considered part of About the role or maybe we could add a short paragraph under About the role before the position summary. The posting includes "About Barco Products:" description. That's substantive. We should include it, maybe as a paragraph under About the role before the position summary. Let's add a paragraph: "At Barco Products, we're more than just a company; we're a team of dedicated people passionate about providing our customers with exceptional experiences. From high-quality products to personalized service, we've built our business on innovation and strong relationships. We believe in going the extra mile for our customers, ensuring they feel confident and supported every step of the way. Since 1985, Barco has been committed to innovating and providing high-quality, functionally designed, and durable commercial site furnishings and amenities. We're not a supplier – we're a trusted industry leader known for our dedicated customer service. We design, manufacture, and sell a wide selection of commercial-grade products, including: Picnic tables, Park benches, Speed bumps and wheel stops, Waste receptacles, Parking lot supplies, and much more." We'll include that as a

  under About the role before the position summary. Now ensure we didn't miss