Buyer and Planner

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation

Cleveland (OH)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 90,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health saving account

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Pension Plan

Paid time off

Referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance

Job summary

Supply Technologies is hiring a Buyer Planner to optimize inventory levels across multiple distribution centers and manage purchasing to support continuous flow and on-time delivery to customers.

Ideal candidates will have an associate degree in business or supply chain and at least three years of planning/procurement experience, strong ERP and Excel skills, and the ability to work under pressure in a team environment.

Qualifications

Associate degree in Business or Supply Chain, or equivalent.
Three years' professional experience in materials planning or procurement.
Proficient with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
Experience in distribution environment is a plus.
Demonstrate attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

Optimize inventory level across multiple distribution centers and achieve on-time delivery goals.
Issue purchase orders and work orders to support distribution plans and customer requirements; coordinate with suppliers for delivery/availability information.
Review site-level demand forecasts by SKU and work with forecast analyst to ensure forecast accuracy.
Maintain accurate system data such as BOMs, purchase costs, lead times, etc.
Resolve supplier invoice discrepancies and coordinate disposition of non-conforming material.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in Business or Supply Chain

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

We are hiring! at Supply Technologies, a subsidiary of Park Ohio (NASDAQ: PKOH), specializes in supplier selection and management, planning, implementing, managing the physical flow of product for world-class international manufacturing companies, and servicing customers in the various markets.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a talented Buyer Planner to join our team. The Buyer Planner is responsible for the following: The Materials Buyer/Planner plans and procures goods to support the continuous flow and delivery of products to the customer at the highest quality and lowest total cost.

Responsibilities:

For assigned portfolio of items, optimize inventory level across multiple distribution centers and achieve customer on time delivery goals.
Issue purchase orders and work orders in support of distribution plans and customer requirements. Work directly with assigned suppliers to obtain delivery and availability information.
Review site-level demand forecasts by SKU and work with forecast analyst to ensure forecast accuracy.
Maintain accurate system data, such as bills of material, purchase costs, lead times, etc.
Resolve supplier invoice discrepancies and coordinate disposition of non-conforming material.

Must Haves:

Associate degree in Business or Supply Chain, or equivalent combination of experience and education.
Three years' professional experience in materials planning, procurement, or demand planning.
Experience with computerized ERP systems and proficient with Microsoft Excel.
Experience in a distribution environment a plus.
Have a thorough knowledge of material planning and inventory management.
Demonstrate attention to detail, be able to prioritize multiple tasks, easily adapt to changing situations, and work well under pressure.
Have strong interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work in teams with members from various disciplines.

WE Value:

Team Collaboration
Great communication skills

Do The Right Thing and we will succeed:

We insist on honest and ethical behavior; We treat others respectfully; Our actions are underlined with high integrity; We partner with others who hold these same values.

Go One Better to achieve greatness:

We strive to do our best every day; We are curious and seek alternative viewpoints; We value innovation to deliver long-term success; We will not accept the status quo and tirelessly seek to improve.

Customer First balanced with Company results:

We serve our customers with a sense of urgency; We strive to anticipate our customer's needs; We work with our customers to ensure we are providing them the best solutions they value; We help to deliver the long-term success of our company.

WE DO what we say:

We seek clarity and understanding; We follow through on our commitments; We respectfully challenge and collaborate to achieve mutual success; Once we agree, we move forward and make no excuses.

Together we win:

We respect and value each other's thoughts and opinions; We make the time to develop meaningful relationships; We seek new opportunities to continuously learn: We never miss an opportunity to bring out the best in others.

Make a career at SUPPLY TECHNOLOGIES:

Career Development: Success starts from within, and we will help you chart your path from which you can enhance your career evolution.

Supply Technologies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

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