Procurement Planner

Millennium Control Systems; Beachwood (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Millennium Control Systems, LLC is seeking a Procurement Planner in Beachwood, OH to oversee procurement, supplier management, and invoicing processes. You will develop supplier strategies, negotiate pricing, track orders, and maintain inventory to support production while driving cost containment and quality standards.

Responsibilities include expediting, supplier performance evaluations, and close collaboration with engineering and manufacturing to ensure just-in-time material availability and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering required; CPM certification preferred.
• Experience in electro/mechanical manufacturing purchasing; strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and Bills of Materials; familiarity with engineering specs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supplier strategies, pricing terms, and optimal supplier base.
• Create timely purchase orders to meet production schedules and escalate as needed.
• Expedite deliveries, track orders, and manage inventory levels with a just-in-time mindset.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing to ensure quality, cost, and on-time delivery.
• Maintain supplier relationships and perform regular performance reviews.

Skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Problem-solving

Detail-oriented

Reading drawings

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering

CPM certification

Tools

Acumatica ERP

Job description

Job Overview:The Procurement Planner oversees procurement and supplier management functions, including sourcing, contract and price negotiations, order tracking, inventory management, supplier performance, and continuous process improvement to ensure timely delivery of quality materials while controlling costs.Responsibilities (including but not limited to):Develop and implement strategies that identify the optimum supplier base, terms of agreement, and pricing methodologyWork closely with procurement team members to ensure purchase orders are created in a timely manner to meet production requirements. Escalate as needed.Review Order Acknowledgement to ensure correct negotiated pricing and delivery performanceExecute expediting activities and policies from the development and implementation of sourcing strategiesExpedite deliveries and conduct follow-up, as required. Escalate with emails, phone calls, managementWork closely with operations and engineering to maintain a “just-in-time” level of inventory; keep personnel informed of delivery statusWeekly reports presented to show parts needed to be ordered, parts with no vendor acknowledgement dates and parts with vendor acknowledgement dates later than requiredInitiate, develop, and maintain relationships with key vendors and customersNegotiate, conclude, and maintain quality standards and specifications in regard to price, quality, and on time delivery to meet customer expectationsWork with engineering to find cost-viable alternatives for long lead-time componentsResolve parts discrepancies and warranty issues; coordinate replacement/returns of materials for creditProcess accurate receiving records to ensure customer invoices are approved and processed for payment timelyProduce required reports in a timely mannerContinuously review and improve purchasing processes and proceduresProvide ongoing communication and consulting with all involved departments (i.e.; engineering; manufacturing; sales)Ensure and provide ongoing communications and consulting with involved internal departments (i.e. sales, engineering, manufacturing)Maintain inventory records and conduct year-end inventory audit as neededArrange for disposal of surplus inventoryRequirements and Attributes:Ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings, specification, Bills of Material; interpret equipment shop testing specified by engineeringAble to prepare requests for bids, evaluate bidders, and expedite vendorsStrong communication and interpersonal skillsGood PC skills and working knowledge of Acumatica ERP softwareAbility to work independently, but also in a team environmentStrong multi-tasking skillsAccept responsibility and ownership of duties and tasksDetail-oriented and well organizedProblem-solving skills and abilitiesEducation and Experience:• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering or equivalent experience• CPM certification strongly preferred• Purchasing experience in electro/mechanical manufacturing environment preferred• Purchasing experience based on engineering specifications preferred• Previous contact experience with suppliers including some negotiating skills/experience and customer service backgroundAdditional Information:• Travel Requirements – 5 - 10% travel• Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa currently