Intercompany Buyer and Planner - Global Materials Flow Lead

Busch Group; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Legal Plan

Job summary

Busch Vacuum Solutions in Virginia Beach, VA, is hiring a Buyer/Planner – Intercompany, Level 3, as a direct-hire opportunity at our U.S. headquarters. The role manages intercompany purchasing, demand balancing, and forecast alignment across global sites, maintaining material availability while optimizing inventories.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in purchasing/planning in manufacturing, strong SAP/MRP experience, and APICS certifications are preferred. Travel up to 20% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Detailed knowledge of SAP ERP and MRP systems.
• Experience with CRM tools preferred.
• APICS CPIM or CSCP preferred.
• Procurement Certification (APICS) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate internal demand requirements and generate POs for intercompany materials.
• Coordinate delivery timelines across global company sites.
• Process and maintain accurate purchase orders and system data.
• Resolve backorders, shipping delays, and PO/invoicing discrepancies.
• Work with receiving, warehouse, and quality to resolve non-conformance or returns.
• Maintain supplier/item pricing and contract details in ERP system.
• Communicate with internal customers and stakeholders regarding delivery status.
• Support supply planning by assisting with forecast analysis and safety stock.
• Lead strategic initiatives for intercompany supply chain integration.
• Develop KPIs to measure intercompany material flow performance.
• Partner with sourcing and operations to drive cost savings and inventory turns.
• Manage cross-site planning calendars and S&OP alignment.
• Train and mentor junior buyers/planners.

Job description

Busch Vacuum Solutions in Virginia Beach, VA, is hiring a Buyer/Planner – Intercompany, Level 3, as a direct-hire opportunity at our U.S. headquarters. The role manages intercompany purchasing, demand balancing, and forecast alignment across global sites, maintaining material availability while optimizing inventories.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in purchasing/planning in manufacturing, strong SAP/MRP experience, and APICS certifications are preferred. Travel up to 20% may be required.