Strategic Buyer & Planner for Efficient Inventory

RL Hudson & Company; Broken Arrow (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

RL Hudson & Company seeks a Buyer/Planner in Oklahoma to support customer service and procurement by maintaining appropriate stock levels and optimizing inventory turns. The role involves collaborating with sales, service, and suppliers to transition new items smoothly and meet forecasted demand.

Responsibilities include reviewing planned orders, issuing POs, expediting materials, and managing supplier performance to ensure timely deliveries and alignment with business goals.

Qualifications

• Must be organized and detail oriented.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with negotiation experience.
• Proficient with common software tools including Microsoft Office and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Support new product launches from first article to production, ensuring forecasted demand is met.
• Review and validate planned orders to determine PO volumes and delivery requirements.
• Create and release purchase orders; coordinate with suppliers to improve lead times and transport methods.
• Ensure supplier compliance with PO due dates and fill rates; manage slow-moving or obsolete inventory.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal & Communication

Negotiation

Computer Proficiency

Microsoft Office

Navision

Tools

Navision

Job description

RL Hudson & Company seeks a Buyer/Planner in Oklahoma to support customer service and procurement by maintaining appropriate stock levels and optimizing inventory turns. The role involves collaborating with sales, service, and suppliers to transition new items smoothly and meet forecasted demand.

Responsibilities include reviewing planned orders, issuing POs, expediting materials, and managing supplier performance to ensure timely deliveries and alignment with business goals.