Buyer/Planner

Therm-X, California; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of control systems in Hayward, California, seeks a Buyer/Planner. This role involves interfacing with multiple departments, managing purchase orders, and ensuring the timely movement of materials. Responsibilities include evaluating suppliers, monitoring costs, and supporting new program launches. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Supply Management and at least 3 years of relevant experience. Competitive pay and benefits such as medical, dental, and 401(k) are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years related procurement or planning experience.
• High level of oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast paced environment.
• High level of oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, service, and reliability.
• Monitor cost, schedule, and scope of assigned subcontracts.
• Negotiate and administer contracts with suppliers.
• Support new program launches by sourcing capable suppliers.
• Maintain accurate cost information in all systems.
• Support new program launches by sourcing capable suppliers.
• Maintain accurate cost information in all systems.
• Replenish inventory using MRP reports.
• Respond to and resolve all assigned QC issues.
• Establish files and controls for all orders and correspondence.
• Work with Manufacturing to ensure movement of work orders on schedule.

Skills

Proficient with MS Office products

Oral and written communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor Degree in Supply Management or equivalent experience

Tools

ERP Systems

MS Office

Job description

Therm-x of California is the leading manufacturer for Advanced Temperature and Control Systems for Hi-Technology industries. We have been in business for over 30 years and have a diverse customer base. We offer competitive pay, medical, dental, 401 (K), and paid time off.

The Buyer/Planner will interface with all departments and will ensure movement of material on both a regular and expedited basis. Activities include planning, placing, and maintaining of purchase orders & Work Orders, managing inventory levels, expediting material when necessary, sourcing of suppliers. This position will cross-train for departmental responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, and reliability.
• Responsible for open orders, specifications, quality issues and invoice discrepancies. Development of programs to improve supplier quality and dependability, along with internal purchasing procedures.
• Monitor cost, schedule and scope of assigned subcontracts to assure best quality, value and timely delivery.
• Responsible for using ERP system to process all approved purchase requisitions, as well as daily material requirement demands. Follow up on deliveries and expedites as needed. Negotiate and administer contracts with suppliers.
• Support new program launches by sourcing capable suppliers.
• Maintain accurate cost information in all systems.
• Replenish inventory in a timely manner using MRP Reports.
• Respond to and resolve all assigned QC issues.
• Establishes files and controls for all outgoing and incoming correspondence on each assigned order.
• Work with Manufacturing departments to ensure movement of work orders on schedule

Education and Training

• Proficient with MS Office products & experience with ERP Systems
• High level of oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast paced environment.
• Bachelor Degree in Supply Management or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years related procurement or planning experience.