Buyer-Planner (Hybrid)

Movora; Hanover Township (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off

Holiday & personal/sick time

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Movora is seeking a Buyer/Planner to join our Supply Chain and Operations team in Whippany, NJ. You will manage production schedules, handle POs, and coordinate across Sales, Manufacturing, Quality, and suppliers to bring materials to ship-ready state.

The role combines purchasing and production planning with ERP/MRP expertise. On-site work with occasional travel and a compensation range of $60,000–$85,000 per year is offered.

Qualifications

• Two to five years of experience in manufacturing, production scheduling, purchasing, or inventory control.
• Working knowledge of Bills of Materials, routing, lead times, and production capacity constraints
• Strong experience using ERP and MRP systems
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain production schedules
• Strong communication and problem solving skills
• Ability to work effectively across Sales, Manufacturing, Quality, and external suppliers
• Ability to adjust priorities in a fast paced manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules that support customer demand and inventory targets
• Review demand forecasts and adjust planned orders and schedules as needed
• Coordinate finishing and intermediate production activities to keep work moving on schedule
• Monitor production capacity, identify potential constraints, and reprioritize orders when conditions change
• Plan, place, and manage purchase orders for assigned materials and commodities
• Maintain ERP planning information, including lead times, safety stock, reorder points, vendor records, and pricing
• Monitor supplier performance related to cost, quality, and on time delivery
• Request and compile supplier quotes and support negotiations related to pricing, terms, and delivery
• Resolve invoice, receipt, and quantity discrepancies with suppliers and internal teams
• Keep Sales, Manufacturing, Quality Control, Customer Service, and suppliers aligned on priorities and delivery commitments
• Communicate schedule changes, expedited requests, and expected completion dates
• Partner with Quality Control to address supplier issues and nonconforming materials that may affect production
• Create and maintain Bills of Materials, ensuring quantities and revisions match approved engineering documentation
• Set up and maintain accurate item and supplier information within the ERP system
• Provide pick sheets for sales orders and drop shipments based on customer required dates
• Support accurate inventory transactions, cycle counts, and the annual physical inventory

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Production scheduling

Purchasing

Inventory control

ERP & MRP systems

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field

APICS CPIM, CSCP, or MSBC certification

Tools

SAP

ERP platform (general)

Job description

Description

Join Our Journey:

Joining Movora means being part of a global organization focused on advancing veterinary health. We work alongside veterinarians and specialists to provide innovative orthopedic solutions that improve outcomes for companion animals.

At Movora, the focus is on delivering high-quality products, supporting clinical education, and driving innovation across the veterinary space. Our teams collaborate across functions and regions to support customers, expand capabilities, and continue growing in a competitive market.

This is an opportunity to contribute to meaningful work in animal health while being part of a company that operates at scale within the veterinary orthopedic industry.

About the Role

Movora is seeking an experienced Buyer/Planner to join our Supply Chain and Operations team in Whippany, New Jersey. This position plays an important role in the final stages of the product lifecycle, from placing and managing supplier purchase orders through coordinating production activities that bring materials to a ship ready state.

This is a hands on role for someone who is comfortable working across both purchasing and production planning. You will build and maintain production schedules, manage purchase orders based on MRP requirements, monitor inventory needs, and serve as a key connection between Sales, Manufacturing, Quality Control, and our suppliers.

What You’ll Do

Production Planning and Scheduling

• Develop and maintain production schedules that support customer demand and inventory targets
• Review demand forecasts and adjust planned orders and schedules as needed
• Coordinate finishing and intermediate production activities to keep work moving on schedule
• Monitor production capacity, identify potential constraints, and reprioritize orders when conditions change

Purchasing and Supplier Management

• Plan, place, and manage purchase orders for assigned materials and commodities
• Maintain ERP planning information, including lead times, safety stock, reorder points, vendor records, and pricing
• Monitor supplier performance related to cost, quality, and on time delivery
• Request and compile supplier quotes and support negotiations related to pricing, terms, and delivery
• Resolve invoice, receipt, and quantity discrepancies with suppliers and internal teams

Cross Functional Coordination

• Keep Sales, Manufacturing, Quality Control, Customer Service, and suppliers aligned on priorities and delivery commitments
• Communicate schedule changes, expedited requests, and expected completion dates
• Partner with Quality Control to address supplier issues and nonconforming materials that may affect production

ERP, BOM, and Inventory Support

• Create and maintain Bills of Materials, ensuring quantities and revisions match approved engineering documentation
• Set up and maintain accurate item and supplier information within the ERP systemProvide pick sheets for sales orders and drop shipments based on customer required dates
• Support accurate inventory transactions, cycle counts, and the annual physical inventory

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

• Two to five years of experience in manufacturing, production scheduling, purchasing, or inventory control
• Working knowledge of Bills of Materials, routing, lead times, and production capacity constraints
• Strong experience using ERP and MRP systems
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain production schedules
• Strong communication and problem solving skills
• Ability to work effectively across Sales, Manufacturing, Quality, and external suppliers
• Ability to adjust priorities in a fast paced manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• Experience with SAP or a similar ERP platform
• APICS CPIM, CSCP, or MSBC certification
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings and blueprints

Work Environment and Travel

This position is primarily based on site at our Whippany facility and includes regular interaction with the manufacturing floor. Occasional travel to supplier or vendor locations may be required, up to approximately 10 percent annually.

Compensation

At Movora, we are committed to fair, equitable, and transparent compensation practices.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $60,000-85,000per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, geographic location, and internal equity.

Benefits Offered:

• Health & Wellness: A well-rounded benefits program featuring medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability options, and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Retirement Planning: Participate in our 401(k) plan, with Movora matching 100% of your first 4% contribution.
• Work-Life Balance: Earn paid time off (PTO) according to our guidelines, starting with the equivalent of 10 days each year for your first 3 years, you may carry over up to 40 hours each year. We also have programs such as Summer Hours from June to August.
• Holiday & Personal/Sick Time: You’ll also get 40 hours of sick or personal time that you can use for things like being out sick, doctor’s appointments, or school meetings. Movora also provides eight company paid holidays, one floating holiday, and your birthday off each year.
• Additional Voluntary Benefits: Choose from optional programs such as Accident Insurance, Critical Illness and Volunteer Programs.

As a drug-free workplace, we conduct mandatory drug screens for all prospective employees. Please be advised that a drug screen will be administered as part of the pre-employment process. This screening is a standard procedure designed to ensure the well-being and safety of all team members.

Movora is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees are treated with respect and dignity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

We actively encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply for our positions. We believe that a diverse workforce enhances the quality and innovation of our work.

Join us in fostering an environment that promotes equal opportunities and celebrates diversity.

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