Materials Planner/Buyer

Bürkert Sweden; Huntersville (NC); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Strong work-life balance

Job summary

Burkert USA Corp, a global leader in process measuring and control technology, is seeking a production planning specialist to optimize material flow and production schedules in a fast-paced environment. You will partner with Production, Quality, Engineering and Inside Sales to balance inventory, procurement status and on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate has SAP planning experience, at least 3 years in scheduling or production planning, and a proactive, collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• SAP planning expertise is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years in scheduling or production planning in a manufacturing environment.
• APICS certification is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to use analytical tools to solve business problems.
• Excellent communication with all levels of the business.

Responsibilities

• Foster material planning discussions across cross-functional teams (Production, Quality, Engineering, Inside Sales) regarding production status and external purchases.
• Responsible for SAP workflow (indirect procurement of Systemhause non-inventory goods and services).
• Manage distribution channel procurement, replenishment and delivery reliability.
• Oversee stocking agreements and QDP strategies; interpret stocking agreements and communicate updates to cross-functional teams.
• Participate in team shop floor meetings and reviews; support obsolescence reviews.
• Manage product inventory levels to meet monthly operations plans and optimize stock levels using SAP parameters.
• Maintain relevant ERP-SAP master data for planning strategies.
• Provide production order schedules and guidance to manufacturing and assembly areas.
• Support new projects (CPOH) from an MRP standpoint during launch.

Skills

Analytical tools

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Tools

SAP

APICS Certification

Job description

Where would you like to shape the success of your future career: Working with a worldwide leading manufacturer of process measuring and control technology? In a family owned company that values its more than 3,700 employees as individuals in more than 30 countries? On a team that breaks new ground with courage and passion? If you answer „Yes“ three times? Then it is time for us to make your acquaintance:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Foster material planning discussions across a cross-functional team that includes: Production, Quality, Engineering and Inside Sales departments regarding production status, material issues, and external purchases status.
• Responsible for SAP workflow (indirect procurement of Systemhause non-inventory goods and services)
• Responsible for distribution channel procurement, replenishment and delivery reliability
• Responsible for stocking agreements, QDP strategies where applicable - includes interpreting stocking agreement, managing stock level, communicating concerns / updates to cross functional teams
• Participation in team shop floor meetings (SI06 boards), slow moving obsolescence reviews and other meetings as necessary
• Manage product inventory levels to meet monthly operations plan, balance inventory mix to ensure desired resource levels are maintained. Utilize SAP matching parameters process to optimize inventory and service levels.
• Manage relevant master data elements in place for ERP-SAP planning that impact planning strategies.
• Provide production order schedules and guidance to manufacturing and assembly areas to ensure clarity of requirements.
• Help guide new projects (CPOH) from a MRP standpoint to ensure proper launch and effectiveness as it transfers to RSOH

REQUIREMENTS:

• SAP planning expertise is preferred
• Minimum 3 years in scheduling or production planning, demand planning, in manufacturing environment and/or manufacturing/engineering experience
• APICs certified is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to use analytical tools to solve business problems
• Proven ability to work with, and communicate to, all levels of the business (manufacturing, customer service, etc)
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize and execute to deadlines
• Have the ability to follow projects through to completion
• Excellent oral, written and communication skills
• Able to work closely within a team and contribute individually in high pressure situations

BURKERT CULTURE:

Burkert USA Corp is a manufacturing and sales organization, that is family owned and was established in the US in 1984. Burkert employees enjoy an inclusive environment that's open to ideas and innovation for a growing company with opportunities for development. Work life balance is considered a priority with a comprehensive benefits package in place to support your personal and professional life.