Materials Buyer & Production Planner

Aston Carter; Town of Stony Point (NY); On-site; USD 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

PTO / Vacation or Sick Leave

Job summary

Aston Carter in Stony Point, NY is seeking a detail-oriented Buyer / Planner to support purchasing, material planning, inventory management, and production requirements in a manufacturing environment. The role ensures timely availability of materials to meet production schedules while controlling costs and fostering supplier relationships.

The position operates on a Monday–Friday schedule in a fully onsite setting, with pay range noted and a Contract to Hire pathway.

Qualifications

• Experience with ERP systems and purchase orders.
• Experience in manufacturing buying.
• Strong negotiation and purchasing skills.
• Proficient in logistics and supply chain management.
• 3-4 years of buying experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan and purchase raw materials, components, parts, and supplies based on production schedules, inventory requirements, forecasts, and customer demand.
• Review MRP requirements and convert planned demand into purchase orders while ensuring appropriate quantities and delivery dates.
• Monitor open purchase orders and proactively communicate with suppliers regarding delivery schedules, shortages, delays, and expedited requirements.
• Coordinate closely with Production, Engineering, Operations, Customer Service, and other internal departments to ensure materials are available to support manufacturing schedules.
• Analyze inventory levels, usage trends, lead times, safety stock, and upcoming production requirements to minimize shortages and excess inventory.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels while balancing service requirements, production continuity, carrying costs, and supplier lead times.
• Identify potential material shortages and supply-chain risks before they impact production and develop appropriate recovery plans.
• Source and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, availability, lead time, and overall performance.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, minimum order quantities, freight terms, and other purchasing conditions with vendors.
• Obtain quotes and perform cost comparisons to support purchasing decisions and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Create, issue, maintain, and follow up on purchase orders within the companys ERP/MRP system.
• Work with suppliers to resolve discrepancies involving pricing, quantities, quality, damaged materials, and delivery performance.
• Maintain accurate purchasing, planning, supplier, lead-time, and inventory information within the ERP system.
• Partner with Engineering and Production when purchasing components related to new products, product revisions, or changing bills of materials.
• Support inventory cycle counts and investigate material or inventory discrepancies as needed.
• Monitor supplier performance and help identify opportunities for alternate sourcing and supply-chain improvement.
• Develop effective working relationships with domestic and international suppliers, where applicable.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to purchasing, planning, inventory accuracy, material availability, and cost reduction.

Job description

Aston Carter in Stony Point, NY is seeking a detail-oriented Buyer / Planner to support purchasing, material planning, inventory management, and production requirements in a manufacturing environment. The role ensures timely availability of materials to meet production schedules while controlling costs and fostering supplier relationships.

The position operates on a Monday–Friday schedule in a fully onsite setting, with pay range noted and a Contract to Hire pathway.