Procurement Planner I

SENKO ADVANCED COMPONENTS; Poway (CA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary Bonus

Medical

Dental

Vision

Dependent Care FSA

Voluntary Life/Critical Illness/Acc.

401K

Legal Services

Pet Insurance

Financial Wellness

12 Paid Holidays

Floating Holidays

PTO

Sick time

Educational Assistance Program

Job summary

SENKO Advanced Components is seeking a Procurement Planner I to manage inventory for standard vendor accounts, schedule air shipments, and optimize freight costs. The role requires on-site presence at least three days a week (Tue–Thu) with standard hours 9:00 AM–6:00 PM PT.

The position emphasizes data accuracy, ERP proficiency, and collaboration with inside sales to adjust inventory as demand changes. Applicants should have a supply chain background and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (Supply Chain Management preferred).
• 2-3 years’ experience with inventory management.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) required.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage part numbers in ERP system.
• Prepare and enter internal and external purchase orders.
• Data entry for Inter-company orders and transfer orders.
• Process drop ship invoices and document filing/scanning.
• Coordinate light assembly of OEM product and sales samples.
• Support warehouse with re-packaging, relabeling and counting when needed.
• Track shipping advice, vendor promises, and update PO statuses.
• Negotiate product pricing with vendors and monitor order progress with suppliers.

Skills

Oral & Written Communication

Math Aptitude

Professionalism

Organization

Multi-tasking

Time Management

Accurate Data Entry

Decision Making

Microsoft Office

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Description

Division: Optical Communications

This hybrid role requires on-site presence at least three days a week—specifically Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Standard working hours are Monday to Friday, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Pacific Time.

As the industry's leader in fiber optic interconnects, SENKO is relentlessly pushing the boundaries of technology. Our dynamic and fast-paced environment fosters a culture of creativity and collaboration, where your ideas can thrive. We partner with the world's most renowned technology giants, shaping the future of connectivity together.

At Senko, you'll be part of a team that's passionate about innovation and dedicated to making a global impact. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and be at the forefront of technological advancements, Senko is the place for you.

The Procurement Planner I is responsible for inventory control of standard vendor accounts. They monitor inventory on a daily basis and cut PO. The Procurement Planner schedules air shipments and manages lowest freight cost to bring goods to destination. In addition, they monitor demand change and review with inside sales and adjust inventory quantity. May require manager's help for large demand change and negotiation with vendors.

Duties and Responsibilities include the following.

Other duties may be assigned.

• Create and manage part numbers in ERP system
• Prepare and enter internal and external purchase orders
• Data entry for Inter-company orders
• Enter transfer orders
• Process drop ship invoices
• Filing and/or scanning of documents
• Create work order and handle light assembly of OEM product and sales samples
• Assist warehouse in re-packaging, re-labeling, re-counting products when necessary
• Data entry and tracking of shipping advice, promise dates from vendors, etc.
• Promise date update on the purchase orders
• Negotiate product pricing with vendors
• Track the order (P/O) status with vendors and couriers/forwarders
• Address inquiries from Sales team to manufactures
• Inventory management of assigned products
• Generate reports for managers when necessary

PM19

Requirements

Skills:

• Oral & Written Communication Skills
• Math Aptitude
• Professionalism
• Organization
• Multi-tasking
• Time Management
• Accurate Data Entry
• Decision Making Skills
• Microsoft Office application Skills
• Detail oriented

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required (Supply Chain Management preferred)
• 2-3 years’ experience with inventory management
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) required

Benefits Offered:

• Discretionary Bonus
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Dependent Care FSA
• Voluntary Life, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• 401K
• Legal Services
• Pet Insurance
• Financial Wellness
• 12 Paid Company Holidays per calendar year
• 2 Floating Holidays
• PTO
• Sick time
• Educational Assistance Program

EEO Statement:

SENKO Advanced Components, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law (such as cancer), reproductive health decision making, genetic information , or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. SENKO Advanced Components, Inc.’s management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.

The Company will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee related to an individual’s: physical or mental disability; sincerely held religious beliefs and practices; needs as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses, or stalking; needs related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and/or any other reason required by applicable law, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship upon the Company’s business operations. Any applicant or employee who needs an accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job should contact the Head of Human Resources to request such an accommodation. The individual should specify what accommodation is needed to perform the job and submit supporting documentation explaining the basis for the requested accommodation, to the extent permitted and in accordance with applicable law. The Company will review and analyze the request, including engaging in an interactive process with the employee or applicant, to identify if such an accommodation can be made. The Company will evaluate requested accommodations, and as appropriate identify other possible accommodations, if any. The individual will be notified of the Company’s decision within a reasonable period. The Company treats all medical information submitted as part of the accommodation process in a confidential manner.

Any employees with questions or concerns about equal employment opportunities in the workplace are encouraged to bring these issues to the attention of the Head of Human Resources. The Company will not allow any form of retaliation against individuals who raise issues of equal employment opportunity. If employees feel they have been subjected to any such retaliation, they should contact the Head of Human Resources. To ensure our workplace is free of artificial barriers, violation of this policy including any improper retaliatory conduct will lead to discipline, up to and including discharge. All employees must cooperate with all investigations conducted pursuant to this policy.