Buyer/Planner

ZipRecruiter; Kirkwall; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in manufacturing is seeking a Buyer/Planner to optimize production scheduling and purchasing function across various sites. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least three years of experience with an ERP system. The role requires strong negotiation skills and the ability to manage inventory while maintaining supplier relationships.

Benefits

Health insurance

401(k)

Personal Time Off (PTO)

Employer Paid Life insurance

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of related experience and/or training.
• Experience using an ERP system.
• On-the-job training may be required.

Responsibilities

• Schedule production and coordinate material deliveries.
• Execute purchasing functions to maintain inventory levels.
• Work cross-functionally on project teams.

Skills

Negotiation

Inventory Management

ERP System Proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration or Economics

APICS Certification

Job description

Job Description

Job description

Miller Manufacturing Company is a family-owned, industry-leading manufacturer of more than 1,000 high-quality products for hobby farms, ranches, and pets. Our Little Giant, API, Hot-Shot, Springer Magrath, Double-Tuf, and Pet Lodge brands serve the hardworking individuals who make it possible to put food on the tables of families across the country.

At Miller, we believe in hard work worth doing. We take pride in what we do; care deeply for the health and safety of animals, live active and wholesome lives, and embracing the satisfaction of raising our own food. Our company is powered by exceptional employees, and our culture is defined by 26 core fundamentals that guide how we work and how we treat one another.

Position Information:

The Buyer/Planner is primarily responsible for scheduling production, purchasing raw materials, coordinating material deliveries with production runs onsite and for remote manufacturing facilities. Works closely with manufacturing, distribution personnel and suppliers.

• Coordinate weekly and annual production schedules, working closely with production teams. Understand and reconcile between total production and available resources. Works closely with the S&OP specialist to execute the master schedule.
• Demonstrates an understanding of reasonable cost. Able to successfully apply purchasing concepts in negotiation to support cost savings strategies and obtain the best overall landed cost for goods and services. Responsible for review and submission of incoming invoices to Accounts Payable (AP) or Accounts Receivable (AR) to ensure charges are processed in a timely manner.
• Work cross functionally on various project teams to provide guidance and direction regarding the supply chain functions. Utilizes 4DX concepts to manage projects effectively.
• Can consistently execute the purchasing functions to maintain appropriate inventory levels to support a sales forecast. Ability to make sound decisions and take responsibility for the purchasing and scheduling functions. Maintain a professional demeanor with internal/external suppliers to represent the business in a positive manner.
• Release manufacturing orders weekly as needed for Operations. Review and release planned purchase orders daily. Monitor and react to action messages daily to maintain appropriate inventory levels.
• Understands the role of purchasing and production planning, the objectives, the policies and procedures of both functions. Maintain an organized filing system. Remain aware of areas for improvement and offer suggestions accordingly to achieve department and company objectives.
• Source suppliers through evaluation of technical capability, capacity, customer service, lead-time, quality, and cost. Prepare and evaluate supplier quotes and negotiate to achieve the best overall landed cost. Understands the basics of contract management to negotiate favorable outcomes.
• Understands inventory management and works to meet company and departmental objectives to deliver quality products on time and complete to our customers.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration or Economics or three to five years of related experience and/ or training, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Minimum of three years of experience using an ERP system.

• APICS Certification .

• On-the-job training may be required.

Job Type:

Full-time, Salaried, Exempt

Pay Range:

$60,000 - $80,000 Annual Base Pay

Base pay is based on several factors which vary based on position, including skills, ability, and knowledge the selected individual is bringing to the specific job. Please note that we do not typically hire at the top of our range.

Benefits:

Health insurance

Health Savings Account

Personal Time Off (PTO)

401(k)

401(k) Discretionary Profit Sharing

Employer Paid Life insurance

Employer Paid Short-term and Long-term Insurance

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Voluntary auxiliary benefits

Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Work Location:

On-site – Glencoe, MN with 10% travel including travel to Eagan, MN -

or

On-site - Eagan, MN with 10% travel including weekly travel to Glencoe, MN

Pre-employment drug screen and background check required.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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