Onsite Buyer & Inventory Planner — SAP/MRP Expert

System One; Hackettstown (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

System One is seeking a Buyer/Planner for the Hackettstown, NJ area. This contract-to-hire onsite role supports manufacturing and production schedules with a 40-hour workweek and a $24-30/hr compensation range.

The incumbent will manage procurement, use MRP reports, negotiate with suppliers, and contribute to continuous improvement in procurement and inventory processes while coordinating with warehouse and production teams.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• 3 to 8 years experience in purchasing, planning, and inventory control.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to read blueprints and understand manufacturing processes.
• Experience with MRP and ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• APICS or ISM certification preferred.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and/or 5S methodology preferred.
• Strong communication skills for external and internal collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement and inventory planning activities to support manufacturing and production schedules.
• Utilize MRP reports to identify procurement or internal production needs, generate quotes, and issue purchase or work orders.
• Communicate with suppliers and internal teams to ensure timely delivery and optimal inventory levels.

Skills

Procurement

Inventory planning

MRP/ERP

Vendor communication

Lean manufacturing

5S

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

ERP systems

Job description

System One is seeking a Buyer/Planner for the Hackettstown, NJ area. This contract-to-hire onsite role supports manufacturing and production schedules with a 40-hour workweek and a $24-30/hr compensation range.

The incumbent will manage procurement, use MRP reports, negotiate with suppliers, and contribute to continuous improvement in procurement and inventory processes while coordinating with warehouse and production teams.