Strategic Materials Buyer & Planner

Milacron; McPherson (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Milacron is seeking a Buyer to join our team in McPherson, KS. You will procure materials for APPT Machinery, manage inventory planning, support production schedules, and coordinate supply chain activities to ensure product availability and on-time delivery.

This role requires a detail-oriented individual with strong communication skills, experience in procurement and MRP, and the ability to work cross-functionally with sales, planning, and manufacturing teams.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to analyze inventory, forecasting, and procurement data to support business objectives.
• Experience with material procurement activities and MRP requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Support management initiatives focused on cost reduction, quality improvement, and delivery performance.
• Execute material procurement activities and manage purchase orders based on MRP requirements.
• Monitor inventory levels and maintain appropriate safety stock, reorder points, and min/max settings.
• Develop and communicate forecast plans with sales, supply chain, and manufacturing teams.
• Coordinate with sales and product management to validate demand forecasts and inventory requirements.
• Maintain item master data, branch plant records, and ABC classifications by SKU.
• Administer interplant warehouse transfers and identify potential product shortages.
• Review and respond to MRP messages to ensure a consistent flow of materials.
• Expedite late, missing, or incorrect orders and resolve delivery, pricing, and quality concerns with supplier support.

Skills

Communication skills

Data analysis

Forecasting

Procurement coordination

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

Milacron is seeking a Buyer to join our team in McPherson, KS. You will procure materials for APPT Machinery, manage inventory planning, support production schedules, and coordinate supply chain activities to ensure product availability and on-time delivery.

This role requires a detail-oriented individual with strong communication skills, experience in procurement and MRP, and the ability to work cross-functionally with sales, planning, and manufacturing teams.