Buyer/Planner

Milestone AV Technologies; Blue Ash (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a motivated purchasing professional to support manufacturing operations. The role involves managing relationships with suppliers, facilitating communication on engineering changes, and leading projects to enhance purchasing processes. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in a manufacturing context, alongside strong problem-solving and negotiation skills. Join a team committed to integrity and customer-focused values.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit package

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in purchasing role in manufacturing.
• Experience with negotiating and sourcing commodities required.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase orders and vendor communications.
• Participate in projects involving internal and external parties.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities and monitor inventory.

Skills

Negotiating

Problem solving

Communication

Time management

Customer focus

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Tools

MRP-based software systems

Job description

Thank you for your interest in becoming part of the team at Legrand!

DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Place purchase orders, manage purchase order confirmations, and maintain open purchase order reports with vendors to support manufacturing and engineering requirements
• Process engineering change orders and communicate appropriately with vendors regarding revision changes and obsolescence of material
• Assist in sourcing and negotiation of terms with suppliers on current and new products
• Participate in as well as lead projects involving internal and external parties both domestically and overseas to ensure timelines and objectives are met
• Resolve quality issues with suppliers
• Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities
• Monitor inventory and usage levels
• Work closely with Senior Buyer/Planner or supervisor to gain work direction and to obtain assistance in escalated problem resolution
• Recommend and assist in development of purchasing-related processes and procedures
• Coordinate with other departments to determine materials needed and schedules to be met; communicate commitment concerns to Senior Buyer/Planner or supervisor
• Responsible for purchase order files, invoices and related purchasing records
• Consistently support compliance by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non -compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations
• Understand workplace hazards and take steps to proactively prevent and report hazards or injuries in the workplace. Cooperate in Safety Programs, initiatives, and investigations.
• Demonstrate our five core values of Integrity, Customer Responsiveness, Innovation, Passionate Contribution & Empowerment and Continuous Improvement

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Demonstrated ability working with minimal supervision and exercising judgment
• Self-starter with the ability to manage to tight timelines
• Positive, energetic attitude, and initiative; Strong work ethic
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment, and leverage additional resources as needed
• Ability to demonstrate flexible and efficient time management and to appropriately prioritize workload based upon organization or department needs
• Ability to multi-task and manage several projects through completion at one time; while providing high attention to details
• Developed problem analysis and problem solving skills
• Proficient with negotiating and sourcing commodities
• Intermediate computer and database skills with proficiency using the internet, Word, Excel and Outlook (or related e-mail system)
• Quality mindedness
• Customer focused (internal and external customers)
• Excellent project management and planning skills
• Must possess high degree of professionalism and ability to handle confidential information

Minimum Education and Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field, and a minimum of two (2) years’ experience working in a purchasing function in a manufacturing environment; or combination of relevant education and experience

Special Job Requirements:

• May require frequent availability and communication during non-standard business hours to communicate with global team members

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree with emphasis in inventory and purchasing/materials management
• Knowledge of MRP-based software systems
• Knowledge of APICS
• Knowledge of Inventory Management
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required (for the majority of the working day) to sit and make coordinated movements of the fingers for data entry on a keyboard.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• General office environment
• May require regular ground travel to other company facilities within local metropolitan area

Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to/from this job at any time.

Legrand is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. You will be considered for this position based upon your experience and education, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry; marital, disabled or veteran status. We are committed to creating and maintaining a workforce environment that is free from any form of discrimination or harassment.

If you'd like to work in a fun, creative, business-casual environment that offers a comprehensive benefit package, we encourage you to apply!

Legrand is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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About Us

A career at Legrand gives you the chance to make a meaningful contribution to a company where we believe everyone's input makes a difference.We believe in career development and providing a fun and engaging environment where employees can demonstrate their passion for our customers.Join the Legrand team who share the Core Values of Integrity, Innovation, Passionate Contribution & Empowerment, Customer Responsiveness, and Continuous Improvement.