Buyer/Planner – Keep Manufacturing Moving Forward!

Manpower Maine; Sanford (ME); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Group Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Profit Sharing

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays & Vacation

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Manpower Maine in Sanford, ME is seeking a Buyer/Planner to keep manufacturing moving forward. In this direct-hire role you will purchase production materials, create and monitor work orders, and align schedules with ERP/MRP systems to ensure materials arrive when needed.

Epicor experience is a plus, and strong organizational skills will help you thrive. The role offers a Monday–Friday schedule and comprehensive benefits in a growth-focused manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience purchasing production materials in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems; Epicor experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred and ability to multitask, prioritize work, and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Purchase production materials and supplies to support manufacturing operations.
• Create, monitor, and close production work orders while maintaining ERP/MRP system data.
• Prepare production schedules, expedite purchase orders, and resolve transaction issues throughout the manufacturing process.

Skills

Purchasing production materials

ERP/MRP system usage

Multitasking & prioritization

Epicor experience

Education

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Epicor ERP

Job description

Buyer/Planner – Keep Manufacturing Moving Forward! Pay Rate: $50,000-$75,000/year Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM-4:00 PM Assignment Length: Direct-Hire Our client is hiring aBuyer/Planner for an opening in Sanford, Maine. Join a growing manufacturing environment that offers outstanding benefits, long-term career stability, and opportunities for professional growth. This position offers $50,000-$75,000 annually and is a direct-hire opportunity. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with purchasing and production planning experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You’ll play a critical role in ensuring materials are available when needed, production schedules stay on track, and operations run efficiently. Epicor experience is a plus, and strong organizational skills will help you thrive in this role.

Typical daily duties

• Purchase production materials and supplies to support manufacturing operations
• Create, monitor, and close production work orders while maintaining ERP/MRP system data
• Prepare production schedules, expedite purchase orders, and resolve transaction issues throughout the manufacturing process

What we’re looking for

• Minimum 2 years of experience purchasing production materials in a manufacturing environment
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems; Epicor experience preferred
• Associate degree preferred and ability to multitask, prioritize work, and meet deadlines

Why you’ll love this opportunity

• Medical, dental, and group life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Profit sharing program
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• 11 paid holidays, vacation time, and tuition reimbursement