Buyer Planner I

Thatcher Company; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing plan

401(k) with matching options

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

PTO and paid holidays

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Thatcher Company in Salt Lake City, UT seeks a Planner/Buyer to manage inventory, plan production, and purchase materials to meet customer delivery requirements. You will report to the Director of Planning and Inventory and work with site leadership to optimize resources.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, ERP usage, and supplier relationships. A strong focus on efficiency, accuracy, and on-time delivery supports Thatcher's mission to deliver quality products.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with ERP systems is required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues in a fast-paced environment.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory and stock levels to meet production needs.
• Schedule and plan production to meet customer delivery dates.
• Purchase materials and source vendors for assigned products.
• Create manufacturing orders and handle related documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and monitor supplier performance.

Skills

Excellent communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Ability to troubleshoot

ERP experience

Education

High School Diploma (GED)

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Tools

ERP system

Microsoft Office

Job description

Make a meaningful difference: At Thatcher Chemical facilities across the nation, our manufacturing teams create the essential chemistries, processes, and solutions that support clean water, safe environments, reliable infrastructure, and critical industries. From production and quality to logistics and distribution, your precision, dedication, and commitment to continuous improvement help transform raw materials and innovative science into real-world solutions. Your purpose-driven work plays a vital role in protecting public health, supporting communities, and shaping a safer, more sustainable future.

Thatcher Company is looking for a Buyer/Planner located in Salt Lake City, Utah

Planner/Buyer

The Planner/Buyer is responsible for managing inventory, scheduling production, planning production, and purchasing materials for their assigned production area to meet customer delivery requirements and best utilize the department’s production capacity. The Planner/Buyer reports to the Director of Planning and Inventory and has daily accountability to the site-specific plant manager.

Major Accountabilities

• Materials resource planning: stocking the right amount of the right raw materials to meet demand, keeping inventory levels at an optimal level in alignment with business plan.
• Finished goods order planning: scheduling production to meet customer due dates and expectations.
• Finished good stock planning: stocking the right amount of the right finished goods to maintain standard business on consistently selling products.
• Creation of Manufacturing Orders and issuance of appropriate lab and safety documentation.
• ERP batch transactions.
• Inventory analysis: resolve variances and perform root cause analysis on recurring issues
• Ensure proper corrections are instituted following acceptance of the root cause analysis
• Proactive cross-functional collaboration.
• Receive phone calls after hours to assist in customer emergencies.
• Recommend and implement process improvements.
• Source, negotiate, and select vendors that meet the company’s quality, price, and delivery requirements for assigned products.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Obtain and store COA, BOL, TDS, SDS, and other documents unique to orders placed and products investigated/procured.
• Ensure timely delivery of items and follow up with vendors on late orders.

Required Qualifications

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Prior ERP experience required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• High School Diploma (GED)

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic Lean Six Sigma training.
• 5+ years of experience in purchasing, buying, and/or planning.
• APICS CPIM training.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, or related field
• Must be a US Citizen or have permanent resident status.

Why Thatcher is right for you

• Competitive salary $55-$70K
• 100% company-funded Profit-Sharing Plan (up to 25% of salary annually)
• 401(k)with traditional and Roth contribution options
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, HSA/FSA,
• 3+ weeks of PTO, and paid holidays
• Education reimbursement and ongoing professional development.

• The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience). Thatcher is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.