Buyer Planner Intercompany - Level II

Busch•Hillsboro, OR

About The Position

The Buyer/Planner – Intercompany is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing purchasing activities that support internal business unit demand across global sites. This includes creating purchase orders (POs), managing forecasts, balancing supply and demand across intercompany transfers, and maintaining material availability while optimizing inventory levels.

Requirements

Experience with SAP ERP and MRP systems required.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment and collaborate effectively across functions.
Associate’s degree required
3–5 years of experience in purchasing, planning, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment.
Ability to read and interpret purchase orders, forecasts, contracts, and system reports.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and global sites.
Ability to calculate percentages, ratios, and variances. Ability to analyze demand trends, inventory levels, and forecast data to support purchasing decisions.
Ability to define problems, analyze data, and draw logical conclusions.
Ability to exercise sound judgment in resolving supply issues and balancing material flow across intercompany sites.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of demand planning, inventory control, and intercompany transactions preferred.
bachelor’s degree, Preferred
APICS CPIM or CSCP, Preferred
Procurement Certification (APICS), Preferred

Responsibilities

Evaluate internal demand requirements and generate POs for intercompany materials.
Coordinate delivery timelines across global company sites.
Process and maintain accurate purchase orders and system data.
Resolve backorders, shipping delays, and PO/invoicing discrepancies.
Work with receiving, warehouse, and quality to resolve any non-conformance or returns.
Maintain supplier/item pricing and contract details in ERP system.
Communicate with internal customers and stakeholders regarding delivery status, changes, or planning adjustments.
Support supply planning by assisting with forecast analysis, safety stock, and demand signals.
Analyze demand trends and adjust order quantities to optimize inventory levels.
Work directly with intercompany sites to align production and delivery schedules.
Participate in system and process improvements for planning and order management.
Conduct root cause analysis of delays or planning errors.