Buyer and Planner, Sr.

BI Incorporated; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks Paid Time Off

15 Paid Holidays

401(k) Matching

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount

Reduced Tuition Rates

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k)

Pet Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Training

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

BI Incorporated in Boulder, Colorado, seeks a Senior Buyer/Planner to bridge demand forecasting with procurement and ensure material availability for production targets. You will forecast, plan, negotiate, and manage supplier relationships to minimize cost and maximize service levels.

The role requires five years in supply chain/procurement in manufacturing, ERP and MS Office proficiency, and strong analytical and negotiation skills. This is an on-site position with standard office conditions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least five years' experience in supply chain, procurement or related area in manufacturing.
• CPM / APICS certification preferred.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills reflecting global markets.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain forecasts to develop master production schedules.
• Monitor forecast accuracy and implement improvements to planning processes.
• Negotiate pricing, release POs, and expedite/de-expedite shipments to adapt to changes.
• Cultivate vendor relationships and evaluate supplier performance.
• Identify capacity constraints and prevent shortages; manage stock levels.
• Collaborate with Product, Operations and Finance to align demand with supply strategies.
• Improve inventory turns and lead times; drive supplier accountability.

Skills

Supply chain management

Negotiation

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

ERP knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Syteline ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Benefits Information

Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:

• * 3 weeks Paid Time Off
• * 15 Paid Holidays
• * 401(k) Matching
• * Health Insurance
• * Vision Insurance
• * Life Insurance
• * Health Savings Account
• * Tuition Reimbursement
• * Employee Discount
• * Reduced Tuition Rates
• * Disability Insurance
• * Employee Assistance Program
• * 401(k)
• * Pet Insurance
• * Dental Insurance
• * Paid Training
• * Flexible Spending Account

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Overview

BI is one of the leading technology companies in Boulder, Colorado and the largest provider of innovative electronic monitoring solutions in the United States. We excel at proving technological solutions to over 1,000 agencies nationwide and allowing those agencies to fulfill their missions without worrying about the technical complexities.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• At least five (5) years' experience in supply chain management, procurement/sourcing or other related area, in manufacturing environment.
• CPM / APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional certification preferred.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills reflecting the global nature of today's market and supply base.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with internal external contacts at all levels.
• Excellent computer skills, with solid knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Extensive knowledge of Materials Requirements Planning (MRP) systems. Knowledge of Syteline ERP system preferred.
• Good knowledge of contract law.
• Good knowledge of accounting, strong quantitative and mathematical abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships.
• Team player with high ethical standards in complying with Company, customer and industry regulations.
• Strong strategic and tactical focus.
• Working knowledge of procurement systems, purchasing policies/procedures, and purchasing law.
• Proven abilities in negotiation, team building, innovation, and change management.
• Sharp analytical skills and robust problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work cross functionally to develop well rounded knowledge of the Purchasing Department.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks at one time and prioritize appropriately.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

Working Conditions: Encountered on a regular basis as part of the work this job performs.

• Typical Office Environment.
• Use of standard office equipment such as computer, keyboard, telephone, fax machine and copier.

BI Incorporated

Summary:

The Senior Buyer/Planner is responsible for bridging the gap between demand forecasting and physical procurement. This position minimizes cost, optimize inventory health and ensures seamless material availability to meet production targets and customer commitments.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• The Senior Buyer/Planner creates and maintains forecasts to create master production schedules.
• Monitors forecast accuracy and implement improvements to planning processes.
• Negotiates pricing, releases purchase orders (PO), and expedites or de-expedites shipments to adapt to supply/demand changes, ensuring on time delivery.
• The Senior Buyer/Planner cultivates strong vendor relationships, conducts performance evaluations (on-time delivery, quality), and resolves supply chain bottlenecks.
• Identifies capacity constraints and potential shortages before they impact production.
• Monitors stock levels to reduce the risk of stock outs and mitigate excess, aging, or obsolete inventory.
• The Senior Buyer/Planner collaborates with Product, Operations, and Finance teams to align demand forecasts with supply strategies.
• Improve inventory turns while maintaining service levels.
• Lead initiatives to reduce lead times and improve supplier responsiveness.
• Supports resolution of supplier issues and escalations.
• Supports visibility and control of consignment inventory where applicable.
• The Senior Buyer/Planner sources components and services from new and existing supply base, ensuring the company is not sole sourced.
• Drives supplier accountability for delivery, quality, responsiveness, and capacity commitments.
• Leads quarterly business reviews with strategic suppliers.
• Develops risk mitigation plans for critical materials and components.
• Monitors market conditions, shortages, and geopolitical risks affecting supply.
• Builds inventory and sourcing strategies to protect company operations
• Performs other duties as assigned.