Manufacturing Buyer

LEDdynamics; Randolph (VT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

LEDdynamics is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Materials Planner & Buyer in Randolph, Vermont. This role is pivotal in driving materials planning and purchasing activities, ensuring smooth supply chain operations.

Your responsibilities will include forecasting material requirements, managing purchase orders, and optimizing procurement processes. Candidates should have experience in supply chain roles and strong analytical skills. Join us to play a key role in planning the future flow of materials!

Qualifications

• Experience in materials planning, procurement, or supply chain roles.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and ability to quickly learn Evo/DBA.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Forecast and plan material requirements based on production schedules.
• Place, track, and manage purchase orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Work closely with operations to align material supply with production needs.
• Monitor inventory levels, minimizing shortages or excess stock.
• Continuously optimize procurement processes for efficiency.

Skills

Materials planning

Procurement

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Tools

ERP systems

Evo/DBA

Job description

Job Title: Materials Planner & Buyer

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Materials Planner & Buyer to join our team. In this key role, you’ll drive both materials planning and purchasing activities, ensuring seamless collaboration with our operations team to keep our supply chain running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Forecast and plan material requirements based on production schedules.
• Place, track, and manage purchase orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Work closely with operations to align material supply with production needs.
• Monitor inventory levels, minimizing shortages or excess stock.
• Continuously optimize procurement processes for efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience in materials planning, procurement, or supply chain roles.
• Familiarity with ERP systems; ability to quickly learn Evo/DBA is a plus.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Proven track record of cross-functional teamwork.
• We’d love someone who’s not just buying but actively planning the future flow of materials!