Fabrication Buyer Planner

Victaulic Company; Texas; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision coverage

Retirement savings plan with company  

Tuition reimbursement and continuous学习

Job summary

Victaulic seeks a Buyer/Planner I for our Justin, TX facility. You will plan, purchase, and expedite materials, manage inventory, and collaborate across warehouse, manufacturing, and shipping teams to keep operations running smoothly.

In this on-site role, you will analyze production schedules, monitor supplier performance, and create purchase orders, while maintaining accurate item master data and supporting continuous improvement initiatives within Fabrication Materials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or related field.
• 2+ years in purchasing, planning, inventory control, or a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with an ERP/MRP system; familiarity with supplier management and procurement processes.
• Ability to work on-site in office and manufacturing settings with shop floor interaction.

Responsibilities

• Plan, purchase, and expedite materials and components to keep the Justin, TX facility running.
• Monitor production schedules and inventory to determine material requirements.
• Create and release purchase orders; request quotes and terms from suppliers.
• Coordinate with warehouse, manufacturing, and shipping teams to maintain material flow.

Skills

Kanban basics

Excel proficiency

ERP/MRP systems

Cross-functional teamwork

Expediting to suppliers

Detail-oriented

Problem solving

On-site work

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP system

Microsoft Office

Job description

## Fabrication Buyer PlannerApply: Onsite: Justin, Texas: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R0006438**Job Description****VICTAULIC****Buyer/Planner I**Justin, TX — On-SiteFull-TimeFabrication MaterialsImmigration sponsorship not provided **ABOUT VICTAULIC**Victaulic, headquartered in Easton, Pennsylvania, is the global leader in mechanical pipe joining solutions, delivering advanced technologies and engineering services to address complex piping challenges faced by engineers, site owners and contractors. Since 1919, our innovative solutions have improved construction productivity and reduced risks, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. With over 6,000 employees spanning 50+ locations worldwide, our teams are dedicated to delivering advanced technologies and engineering expertise that address real-world challenges across a wide range of industries.Our sustainable solutions, made from high quality, graded scrap steel, promote circular construction by making piping systems infinitely reconfigured and minimizing environmental impact. Today, our high-quality products are used in more than 140 countries, supporting some of the world's most critical and prestigious structures.**An Industry Leader With a Heart as Big as Its Ambition and Innovation***At Victaulic, we're committed to constructing a better world for and with our people.***Let's Build a Better World Together.**Our commitment to our people is built on four pillars:* We build from within.* We stand behind our people.* We foster an environment for constant learning.* We engineer change for a more stable and sustainable world. **YOUR IMPACT STARTS HERE**We're looking for a Buyer/Planner I to join our Fabrication Materials team at our Justin, TX facility. In this role, you'll plan, purchase, and expedite the materials and components that keep the facility running, managing supply points, releasing purchase orders, and resolving supplier issues. You'll work closely with warehouse, manufacturing, customer care, maintenance, and shipping teams to keep materials flowing and inventory healthy. This is an opportunity to build a foundation in materials planning and purchasing in a hands-on manufacturing environment. **WHAT YOU'LL BUILD & OWN****Planning & Purchasing*** Review the open order report to monitor order status, due dates, and potential shortages* Analyze production schedules, demand forecasts, and inventory levels to determine material requirements* Trigger internal kanbans to replenish supply points, and apply current inventory replenishment methods to maintain appropriate stock levels* Create and release purchase orders to vendors* Request quotes, pricing, lead times, and terms from suppliers* Maintain accurate item master data, such as lead times, safety stock, reorder points, min/max levels, and order quantities**Supplier Management*** Expedite with suppliers and internal supply points to meet production and customer needs* Monitor supplier on-time delivery and past-due orders, and communicate shortages and schedule changes to affected teams* Resolve problems and discrepancies with the quality, delivery dates, quantities, and invoicing of purchased components* Coordinate returns, material rejections, and supplier corrective action requests for nonconforming parts* Evaluate vendor performance and share feedback to drive improvement**Inventory & Records*** Reconcile receipts, purchase orders, and invoices with Receiving and Accounts Payable to resolve pricing and quantity discrepancies* Support cycle counts and inventory accuracy, and flag excess, slow-moving, and obsolete material* Support engineering changes and new product introductions by managing material transitions and avoiding obsolescence* Follow company purchasing policies and procedures, and maintain complete, accurate purchasing records* Track and report key metrics such as supplier on-time delivery, shortages, and inventory turns**Collaboration & Improvement*** Collaborate with warehouse, manufacturing, customer care, maintenance, and shipping teams* Participate in and use the Quality Improvement Process **WHAT YOU BRING*** Working knowledge of Kanban and inventory replenishment methods* Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel* Comfort working with databases, reports, and ERP/MRP systems* Strong team player who communicates well across departments* Skilled at expediting and following through with suppliers and internal partners* Detail-oriented, with strong organizational and follow-up skills* Ability to adapt quickly to new problem-solving techniques* Ability to work on-site in an office and manufacturing environment, with regular interaction with shop floor, warehouse, and shipping areas **WHAT SETS YOU APART*** Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or a related field* 2+ years of experience in purchasing, planning, inventory control, or a manufacturing environment* Experience with an ERP/MRP system **WHAT WE OFFER****Build A Better Career*** Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives* Career development programs and internal promotion pathways—we build from within* Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning opportunities**Build A Better Future*** Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage* Retirement savings plans with company match* Life insurance and disability coverage**Build A Better You*** Paid time off, holidays, and flexible work arrangements where applicable* Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) and wellness resources* Inclusive, team-oriented culture where people look out for one another**Build A Better World**Join a company whose products contribute to a safer, more sustainable built environment every day. **IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP**Victaulic does not provide immigration sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, TN, or other work visa sponsorship) for this position. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the applicable country on a full-time basis without the need for employer-sponsored immigration support now or in the future. **EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY**Victaulic is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic data, or other legally protected status. (Background checks may be required as part of our pre-employment process). **VICTAULIC STAFFING PARTNER COMMUNICATION POLICY***All staffing agencies are strictly forbidden from directly contacting any Victaulic employees, except those within the Human Resources/Talent Acquisition team. All communications, inquiries and candidate submissions must be routed through Victaulic's Human Resources/Talent Acquisition team. Non-compliance with this policy may result in the suspension of partnership, cancellation of the current contract, and/or the imposition of a mandatory probation period before any future business can resume. Additionally, non-compliance may lead to a permanent ban on future business. This policy ensures a streamlined and compliant recruitment process.* **Let's Build a Better World Together.**victaulic.com/careers