Strategic Buyer & Planner – Global Supply Chain

Coherent Corp.; Bloomfield (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Coherent Corp. is seeking a procurement professional to run daily MRP summaries, execute purchase orders, and manage requisitions and supplier performance. You will collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering and Suppliers to ensure supply readiness for production and NPI projects.

The role emphasizes cost-effective inventory, demand forecasting, and adherence to supplier agreements, with opportunities to interact with Global Commodity Managers and Procurement Supervisors.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand Engineering Drawings and evaluate supplier capability.
• Global sourcing experience with electronic components.
• Strong supplier negotiation and analytical skills.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems, Oracle preferred.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.

Responsibilities

• Run daily MRP summary reports on and execute purchase orders in conjunction with buy messages.
• Manage and maintain purchase requisitions, quotes, etc.
• Escalate and action shortages / potential shortages as they occur.
• Coordinate delivery schedules and order books for production and NPI projects.
• Perform cost analysis and volume planning for major commodities.
• Deliver on KPI measures: supplier on-time delivery, inventory targets, SOX compliance.

Job description

Coherent Corp. is seeking a procurement professional to run daily MRP summaries, execute purchase orders, and manage requisitions and supplier performance. You will collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering and Suppliers to ensure supply readiness for production and NPI projects.

The role emphasizes cost-effective inventory, demand forecasting, and adherence to supplier agreements, with opportunities to interact with Global Commodity Managers and Procurement Supervisors.