Purchasing & Logistics Planner

525 Fuller Technologies Inc; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fuller Technologies is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing & Logistics Planner to optimize material flow and on-time delivery for our cement manufacturing operations. You will coordinate purchasing, inventory, production planning, and shipments to ensure materials are available when needed and orders are fulfilled.

The role requires experience with ERP systems, Excel, and strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred.
• Previous experience in purchasing, inventory management, production planning, logistics, or supply chain coordination.
• Familiarity with purchase orders, inventory transactions, material replenishment, and shipping processes.
• Experience using ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Collaborative, detail-oriented approach and willingness to support daily operational needs.
• Manufacturing environment experience and familiarity with freight coordination or parcel shipping systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate production planning activities based on customer orders, inventory levels, and material availability.
• Purchase production materials, packaging supplies, and other operational items while coordinating with suppliers on pricing, availability, and delivery schedules.
• Monitor inventory levels, coordinate material replenishment, and maintain accurate inventory records within the ERP system.
• Process purchase orders, work orders, and material transfers to support production and operational needs.
• Coordinate customer shipments, freight arrangements, and deliveries using carriers such as FedEx and UPS.
• Work closely with Production, Engineering, and Project Management to support production schedules, equipment builds, and customer deadlines.
• Identify and communicate material shortages, supplier delays, and shipping issues, helping resolve problems to keep operations on track.
• Maintain accurate purchasing, inventory, and shipping documentation while identifying opportunities to improve daily processes.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Education

Associate's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Location: Northampton, PA Grow with Us Your Effort. Our Support. At Fuller Technologies, we've been revolutionizing the cement industry for over 140 years. From the beginning, we've challenged conventions, pioneered innovations, and helped shape the world—building a strong legacy of innovation and excellence. But our real strength has always been our people. When you join Fuller, you're not just stepping into a job—you're becoming part of a team that fosters a positive culture, values your contributions, and supports your growth. Here, we're committed to helping you learn, develop your skills, and achieve your career goals in an inclusive environment built on teamwork and trust.

About the Role

As a Purchasing & Logistics Planner, you will help keep our manufacturing operations running smoothly by coordinating purchasing, inventory, production planning, and shipments. You'll play an important role in ensuring materials are available when needed and customer orders are completed and delivered on time.

About the Department

Our Operations team supports manufacturing by ensuring materials, supplies, and resources are available to meet production and customer needs. The team works closely with Purchasing, Production, Engineering, and Logistics to maintain efficient operations and support on-time delivery.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate production planning activities based on customer orders, inventory levels, and material availability.
• Purchase production materials, packaging supplies, and other operational items while coordinating with suppliers on pricing, availability, and delivery schedules.
• Monitor inventory levels, coordinate material replenishment, and maintain accurate inventory records within the ERP system.
• Process purchase orders, work orders, and material transfers to support production and operational needs.
• Coordinate customer shipments, freight arrangements, and deliveries using carriers such as FedEx and UPS.
• Work closely with Production, Engineering, and Project Management to support production schedules, equipment builds, and customer deadlines.
• Identify and communicate material shortages, supplier delays, and shipping issues, helping resolve problems to keep operations on track.
• Maintain accurate purchasing, inventory, and shipping documentation while identifying opportunities to improve daily processes.

Requirements

• You bring A high school diploma or equivalent; an associate's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field is preferred.
• Previous experience in purchasing, inventory management, production planning, logistics, or supply chain coordination.
• Familiarity with purchase orders, inventory transactions, material replenishment, and shipping processes.
• Experience using ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• A collaborative, detail-oriented approach and willingness to support daily operational needs.
• Manufacturing environment experience and familiarity with freight coordination or parcel shipping systems are a plus.

Equal Opportunity

As an equal opportunity employer, Fuller Technologies embraces diversity and equality by promoting an environment of inclusion.

We encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply irrespective of sex, gender identity/expression, disability, sexual orientation, or age. The more diverse our employees are, the stronger our team is.

What we offer

At Fuller Technologies, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to a collaborative manufacturing environment where your work makes a direct impact. We offer a supportive team culture, opportunities to develop your skills, and the chance to grow your career with a global organization.

Additional Information

Build a better world Fuller Technologies helps build societies all over the world by contributing to the infrastructure needed for global economic growth. It is a big responsibility, and we are committed to driving growth while minimising environmental impact. To achieve this, your skills, your curiosity, and your drive for change are important. Together in our diverse team, we collaborate in an inclusive and supportive environment to discover further ways to economic and environmental success.

For further information on Fuller Technologies' business and services, visit https://www.fuller-technologies.com/

Fuller is a Cement technology and service supplier with a passion to help our customers produce cement efficiently. After 140+ years of pioneering new innovations, we are uniquely positioned to be at the forefront of our industry’s green transition.