Buyer/Planner I

Ameridrives International LLC; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care F$

Paid Time Off and Holidays

401k Retirement Plan with Matching

Life and AD&D Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Regal Rexnord is seeking a Materials leader to manage purchasing, production scheduling, inventory control and global sourcing. You will requisition materials, set delivery dates, verify material conformance and support production scheduling to meet on-time delivery and KPIs.

The role requires 5 years in materials management in manufacturing, APICS CPIM/CPM certifications preferred, and experience with ERP/MRP and lean techniques like Kanban.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Materials Management Experience in a manufacturing environment (Purchasing, Planner/Scheduler, Planner/Buyer, or Master Scheduler).
• APICS CPIM/CPM certifications preferred.
• Experience with continuous improvement tools (lean manufacturing, rate-based planning, Kanban replenishment).

Responsibilities

• Manage the purchasing and inventory control functions to meet on-time delivery goals and other company metrics.
• Requisition materials and establish delivery dates according to job priorities and material availability.
• Verify conformance of material to specifications and compute material requirements for job orders.
• Maintain records in ERP/MRP system and support production scheduling on material flow issues.
• Lead larger buying/planning orders using cost-effective practices.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Sales and Manufacturing on new product development and related projects.

Skills

Materials management

Purchasing

Inventory control

Production scheduling

Lean manufacturing

Education

Equivalent combination of experience and education

Tools

ERP/MRP system

Kanban

Job description

SUMMARY

Manages and plans all Materials-related functions, including Purchasing, Production Scheduling, Inventory Control, and Global Sourcing. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Manage the purchasing and inventory control functions to meet on-time delivery goals and other company metrics (quality, delivery, cost). Requisitions material and establishes sequential delivery dates to departments, according to job order priorities and material availability. Examines material delivered to production departments to verify conformance to specifications. Computes the amount of material required to complete job orders. Must be willing to challenge vendors on lead times and pricing with professionalism Compile and maintain manual or computerized records such as material inventory, in-process production reports, and status and location of materials within the ERP/MRP system. Provide support to production scheduling on all material flow issues to meet production schedules and customer requirements. Utilize Kanban and other “Lean Manufacturing” techniques to improve inventory turns and total working capital management. Work closely with other departments such as Engineering, Sales, and Manufacturing on new product development and other related projects. Review visual schedules and related information to coordinate the planning and forecasting of customer orders to meet shipments. Conduct FAS (Final Assembly Schedule) meetings with sales (frequency to be determined by Materials Manager and Business Unit Manager). Lead the larger buying/planning orders using the most cost-effective and efficient practices. Support and assist other buyers in developing their knowledge of best practices and effective use of the ERP system. Critical Competencies Safety management, developing standards, delegation, promoting process improvement, working with urgency, quality management, reporting skills, organization, scheduling, analyzing information, dealing with complexity, sense of ownership, passion for winning, and teamwork.

Education and Experience Requirements

Equivalent combination of experience and education. 5 Years’ Materials Management Experience as a Purchasing Agent, Planner/Scheduler, Planner/Buyer, or Master Scheduler in a manufacturing environment (preferably machining). APICS (CPIM and CPM) certifications preferred. Prior knowledge of and experience with continuous improvement tools (lean manufacturing techniques, rate-based planning, Kanban replenishment, etc.) is preferred. Prior experience in low-volume metalworking, CNC & manual machine shop environments is preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage


• Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)


• Paid Time Off and Holidays


• 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions


• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance


• Paid Leaves


• Tuition Assistance

About Regal Rexnord

Regal Rexnord is a publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates around the world who help create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power, transmit and control motion. The Company’s electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications. The Company’s automation offering, comprised of controls, actuators, drives, and precision motors, controls motion in applications ranging from factory automation to precision control in surgical tools. The Company’s end markets benefit from meaningful secular demand tailwinds, and include factory automation, food & beverage, aerospace, medical, data center, warehouse, alternative energy, residential and commercial buildings, general industrial, construction, metals and mining, and agriculture. Regal Rexnord is comprised of three operating segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Power Efficiency Solutions, and Automation & Motion Control. Regal Rexnord has offices and manufacturing, sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information, including a copy of our Sustainability Report, visit RegalRexnord.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan for protected veterans/individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please email [e-mail]. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail [e-mail]. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters Notification to Agencies: Please note that Regal Rexnord Corporation and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("Regal Rexnord") do not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement or similar contract and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Regal Rexnord will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.

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