Buyer / Planner

Legrand, North America; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Legrand, North America has an exciting opportunity for a Buyer/Planner to join the Wiremold Team in West Hartford, CT. The role entails analyzing forecasts, coordinating changes, and monitoring supplier performance to ensure effective inventory management.

The ideal candidate holds a BS in Business or Operations Management, has at least two years of experience in manufacturing, and possesses strong organizational skills. APICS certification is a plus. A collaborative approach and excellent communication skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years experience in a manufacturing operation.
• An APICS certification of CPIM and/or CPM certification is desired.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with various software.

Responsibilities

• Analyze finished item forecasts and coordinate changes with marketing.
• Use planning tools to set inventory targets and deliver releases.
• Manage orders for non-stocked items and monitor supplier deliveries.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Communication skills

Word processing proficiency

Spreadsheet proficiency

MRP or MRPII familiarity

Education

BS in Business or Operations Management

Job description

Overview

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Buyer/Planner to join the Wiremold Team in West Hartford, CT.

Responsibilities

• Analyses the finished item forecast (and other independent requirements) from Marketing. Coordinates forecast changes and deviations with the Forecast Manager and marketing team.
• Uses various planning tools to set inventory target levels and delivers releases to suppliers to maintain target levels. ( Safety Stock )
• Work with the purchasing group on supplier performance in the area of service.
• Acts as the liaison between Marketing, Customer Service, and Suppliers.
• Acts as the initial contact for Customer Service inquiries.
• Monitors supplier deliveries to the plan and takes corrective action where necessary.
• Identifies, reports and/or resolves back-orders and stock outs, depleted safety stock, and related stock issues,
• Manages orders for non-stocked items, schedule attainment, customer returned items, scrapped items, inventory plan performance, fill rate compliance.
• Monitors and controls the deviations made in the engineering data base. (i.e., substitutions, changes in usage, errors, etc.)
• Performs other similar and related duties as required.

Qualifications

Education

BS in Business, Operations Management or related or equivalent combination of education and experience. An APICS certification of CPIM and/or CPM certification is desired.

Experience

Minimum of two years experience in a manufacturing operation.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Requires strong organizational and time management skills, close attention to detail and be able to effectively handle multiple priorities. Able to evaluate situations, identify options and implement effective solutions quickly and efficiently.
• Must have strong computer skills, proficient with word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software, e-mail and meeting management software. Ability to use internet and web based resources efficiently and effectively. Must be familiar with MRP, MRPII, or other formal computerized inventory system.
• Must be highly collaborative and able to work in a team based environment.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communications skills and be able to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization. Must be an effective listener, able to maintain focus extract necessary information and validate understanding of the information. Able to create effective reports, presentations and business correspondence.
• Must have solid business acumen and understanding of a variety of functional areas within the business.