Assembly Solutions BuyerPlanner

REXEL; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K with Employer Match

Paid vacation and sick time

Tuition Reimbursement

Health & Wellness Programs

Job summary

Rexel USA in Santa Clara, CA is seeking an Assembly Solutions Buyer/Planner to source, purchase, and plan materials for assembly operations. You will coordinate with Engineering and Quality to ensure supplier performance and on-time delivery.

The role requires 3+ years in purchasing/planning, experience with MRP/ERP systems, and knowledge of lean/Kanban practices. Strong negotiation and communication skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in purchasing/planning or supplier quality.
• Experience with MRP/ERP and inventory systems.
• APICS/CPIM/CSCP/ISM certifications preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Source, evaluate, and select vendors meeting quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
• Negotiate purchase prices and terms.
• Convert forecasts into purchase orders using MRP/ERP.
• Monitor stock levels to maintain minimum stock and avoid overstock.
• Maintain vendor relationships and review supplier performance.
• Coordinate with manufacturing to ensure timely delivery of materials.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Cross-functional Teams

Problem-solving

Time management

Lean principles

Kanban

Production scheduling

Supply chain analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree

APICS/CPIM/CSCP/ISM certifications

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

SAP

Oracle MRP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for an Assembly Solutions Buyer/Planner to join our Rexel USA team in Santa Clara, CA!

Summary

The Assembly Solutions Buyer/Planner is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and planning the procurement of raw materials, components, and services to meet production and customer demand for assigned Assembly Center. This role bridges purchasing and planning functions, ensuring that inventory levels, supplier performance, and production schedules align to support operational efficiency.

What You’ll Do

• Source, evaluate, and select vendors meeting quality, cost, and delivery requirements in concert with Engineering; negotiate purchase prices and terms
• Analyze demand forecasts, develop purchase requisitions, and convert them into purchase orders using MRP or ERP systems
• Monitor stock levels to maintain minimum stock while avoiding overstock; track inventory performance and report on status
• Maintain strong vendor relationships, review supplier performance, and resolve delivery or quality issues in support and partnership with the Quality Engineering team.
• Coordinate with manufacturing and operations to ensure timely delivery of materials and finished goods
• Prepare reports on purchase activity, supplier performance, and inventory status; maintain accurate purchase records
• Adhere to company purchasing policies, ethics, and relevant regulations
• Other duties as assigned

Job Duties Disclaimer

The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrate commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Rexel USA.

Qualifications

Qualifications

What You’ll Need

• 3+ years experience in Purchasing, Buying, Planning, or Supplier quality
• Experience with MRP, ERP, and inventory systems preferred
• Experience with Six Sigma, cost reduction initiatives, or change management preferred
• Certifications such as APICS, CPIM, CSCP, or ISM perferred
• High School or GED - Required
• 4 Year / Bachelor's Degree - Preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Operations Management, or Supplier Quality focus a plus

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle MRP)
• Knowledge of lean principles, Kanban, and material requirements planning
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams
• Problem-solving and time management skills
• Familiarity with production scheduling and supply chain analytics tools preferred

Additional Information

Physical Demands

• Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Frequently – 21% to 50%
• Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location - Frequently – 21% to 50%
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery - Constantly – at least 51%
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to crouch down to stock shelves, pick up boxes, or position oneself to maintain computers in the lab/under desks/in server closet - Occasionally – up to 20%
• Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder, forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment - Occasionally – 20%
• Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions - Constantly – at least 51%

Weight and Force Demands

• Up to 10 pounds - Frequently – 21% to 50%
• Up to 25 pounds - Occasionally – 20%

Working Environment

• Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and/or exposure to heat and cold - Frequently – 21% to 50%
• Exposed to electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock - Occasionally – 20%
• Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment - Occasionally – 20%
• Travels to offsite locations - Occasionally – 20%

Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.

For the state of California only, the pay is $72,959.98 to $91,199.97 , depending upon qualifications, experience, and other considerations permitted by law.

Our Benefits Include

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401K with Employer Match
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid company holidays plus flexible personal days per year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health & Wellness Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• HSA Accounts
• Commuter Transit Benefits
• Additional Optional Insurance such as Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance to name a few.
• Employee Discount Programs
• Professional Training & Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities – We like to promote from within

Our goal is to create a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to succeed as we understand that our success and innovation is enhanced by an inclusive and diverse workforce.
Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.

Compensation

$72,960-$72,960 per year