Senior Buyer/Planner - Repair Solutions
GKN Aerospace · El Cajon, CA · 1 wk ago
Purchasing$84k–$105k/yrFull-time
Job Summary
The Sr. Buyer/Planner is responsible for planning and procurement execution to ensure material availability, inventory control, and supplier performance in support of production and customer requirements.Job Responsibilities
- Planning, Procurement & Supply Alignment
- Plan and execute purchasing activities to support production and customer demand
- Use ERP/MRP systems to manage supply requirements based on forecast and consumption
- Maintain planning parameters (lead times, reorder points, min/max levels, order quantities)
- Identify and escalate supply risks, shortages, and demand changes
- Inventory Management
- Manage inventory levels to balance availability, operational risk, and working capital
- Monitor and act on shortages, excess, and slow-moving inventory
- Support visibility and control of consignment inventory where applicable
- Contribute to improved inventory accuracy and planning effectiveness
- Supplier & Order Execution
- Manage purchase orders, supplier commitments, and delivery performance
- Follow up on order acknowledgments, lead times, and delivery schedules
- Communicate demand requirements and priorities clearly to suppliers
- Support resolution of supplier issues and escalations
- Continuous Improvement & Collaboration
- Analyze supply and planning issues and support corrective actions
- Contribute to improvements in planning accuracy, data quality, and supplier performance
- Work cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, and Finance to support business needs
Job Qualifications
- Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, or related field, or equivalent experience in a manufacturing environment
- 3+ years of experience in procurement, planning, or supply chain within manufacturing
- Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (SAP S/4HANA preferred)
- Understanding of inventory planning concepts (lead times, reorder points, min/max, batch sizing)
- Strong Excel and data analysis skills
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to operate in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Must be a US Citizen or Green Card Holder due to program security clearance requirements and/or SSA requirements
- Proficiency in English (verbal and written) sufficient to follow safety procedures, policies, and operational documentation
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in manufacturing or aerospace MRO environment
- Experience with SAP S/4HANA
- Familiarity with planning, forecasting, and inventory control processes
- APICS or MCIPS qualification