Production Planning & Purchasing Specialist

Globalchannelmanagement; Prospect (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Globalchannelmanagement in Connecticut is seeking a qualified buyer with 3–5 years of experience in purchasing functions to develop production plans and optimize inventory. You will manage ERP/MRP workflows, including SAP or MES, and coordinate with procurement to align materials with schedules.

Applicants should be proficient with MS Excel/SQL, analyze supplier performance, and drive on-time delivery while reducing waste and costs across production.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in buyer and purchasing functions.
• Strong proficiency with ERP/MRP systems.
• Strong proficiency with MS Excel/SQL.
• Experience with purchasing and production-related scheduling, including lead times, payments, air shipping, and working with distributors.
• Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency, reduce waste, and improve KPIs (e.g., on-time delivery).

Responsibilities

• Develop weekly/monthly production plans and schedules, aligning manufacturing activities with sales forecasts and customer demand.
• Analyze inventory levels to ensure optimal stock, reducing excess while preventing shortages of raw materials and finished goods.
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, MES) to release manufacturing orders and manage inventory records.
• Collaborate with procurement to align material availability with production schedules.

Skills

ERP/MRP systems

MS Excel/SQL

Purchasing & scheduling

Process improvement & KPIs

Tools

SAP

MES

Job description

Globalchannelmanagement in Connecticut is seeking a qualified buyer with 3–5 years of experience in purchasing functions to develop production plans and optimize inventory. You will manage ERP/MRP workflows, including SAP or MES, and coordinate with procurement to align materials with schedules.

Applicants should be proficient with MS Excel/SQL, analyze supplier performance, and drive on-time delivery while reducing waste and costs across production.