Strategic Materials Planner & Buyer

Plastikos, Inc.; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Plastikos, Inc. in Erie, PA is seeking an experienced Purchasing/Procurement professional to lead raw material sourcing, pricing strategy, and supplier selection.

You will coordinate with Production Planning, Scheduling, and Finance to align purchases with demand and budget. The role focuses on strengthening internal controls, optimizing ERP processes, and improving response times and data accuracy across the Plastikos family of companies.

Qualifications

• 4–6+ years in customer service/purchasing or equivalent in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure raw materials and coordinate with planning.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

ERP systems

Vendor management

Customer service

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

IQMS ERP

Microsoft Office

CRM

Job description

Plastikos, Inc. in Erie, PA is seeking an experienced Purchasing/Procurement professional to lead raw material sourcing, pricing strategy, and supplier selection.

You will coordinate with Production Planning, Scheduling, and Finance to align purchases with demand and budget. The role focuses on strengthening internal controls, optimizing ERP processes, and improving response times and data accuracy across the Plastikos family of companies.