Strategic Buyer & Planner — Supply Chain

Colonial Group; Lewisville (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group seeks a skilled procurement professional to manage materials and components, ensuring quality and timely delivery while controlling total costs. You will rely on MRP/ERP knowledge and cross-functional collaboration to optimize inventory levels and supplier performance.

Essential duties include PO issuance, supplier follow-ups, invoice resolution, and participation in process improvements, with a focus on cost competitiveness and quality assurance.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; BS preferred.
• Direct experience with MRP/ERP systems (JD Edwards preferred).
• Data extrapolation and trend identification skills.
• Solid MS Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Issue purchase orders according to MRP forecasts and reorder point values; maintain inventory levels.
• Follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and cost competitiveness; QA compliance.
• Collaborate with other departments and suppliers to resolve invoices and receiving issues; process returns as required.
• Monitor reports such as MRP Message, Reorder Point, Open Order Status, and supplier scorecards.
• Participate in department process improvements and standard operating procedures.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Professionalism

Teamwork

Oral Communications

Written Communications

Cost Consciousness

Planning/Organizing

Education

Associate's Degree in Business/Finance/Engineering

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Tools

JD Edwards

MS Office

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

Colonial Group seeks a skilled procurement professional to manage materials and components, ensuring quality and timely delivery while controlling total costs. You will rely on MRP/ERP knowledge and cross-functional collaboration to optimize inventory levels and supplier performance.

Essential duties include PO issuance, supplier follow-ups, invoice resolution, and participation in process improvements, with a focus on cost competitiveness and quality assurance.