Buyer Planner, Manufacturing

JPW Industries•Two Rivers, WI

About The Position

The Buyer Planner, Manufacturing is responsible for optimizing supply chain processes. You will drive timely procurement of materials and inventory / cost management that aligns with our strategic business goals. Drive operational excellence through supplier on-time delivery, forecasting, evaluation, and negotiation.

Requirements

3+ years of related experience in purchasing, buying, and /planning.
Basic experience or exposure to an established ERP system, SAP experience is preferred.
Ability to assist with supplier coordination including order follow-up, documentation and communication.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
Strong organizational, time-management, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Effective communicator able to work cross-functional teams and interact with various levels of the organization.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain accuracy, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrate strong work ethic and flexibility to support extended hours when required to meet business needs.
Exceptional negotiation skills with a proven track record of successful supplier relationship management.
Adaptability and willingness to embrace change in a dynamic business environment.
Demonstrated ability to analyze data and develop actionable insights to improve purchasing strategies.
Demonstrated ability to adapt to evolving systems and processes while proactively taking on new responsibilities and driving continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or related field, preferred but not required.
SAP experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Track commodity trends, negotiate prices, quotes, and contracts on behalf of the company.
Identify potential suppliers for further negotiation. Take into consideration aspects such as product quality, sustainability, local sourcing, and payment terms.
Analyze supply and demand imbalances and implement corrective action plans
Conduct regular reviews of suppliers’ performance.
Manage lead-times, safety stocks, MOQ, and system parameters.
Performs inventory management functions as required to ensure adequate stock is available.
Evaluate the facility inventory levels for all maintenance, repair, and operational (MRO) stocking used in both the facility and general manufacturing process.
Drive cost downs and continuous improvement projects to meet company objectives.
Execute purchase orders for stocking, resupply, and replenishment.
Collaborate with Accounts Payable to ensure invoices are submitted for processing.
Perform operational functions such as receiving and cycle counting as required by need of the business.
Additional responsibilities and projects may be assigned relevant to the position.