Strategic Materials Planner (Buyer) - Onsite in Charlotte

Ingersoll Rand; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ingersoll Rand in Charlotte, NC, is seeking a Materials Planner (Buyer) to ensure a reliable flow of materials, manage purchase orders, and optimize supply while collaborating with suppliers. The role includes driving ECN coordination and supporting global SAP initiatives.

Strong analytical, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills are essential. You will contribute to cost-conscious transitions between parts, minimize waste, and maintain alignment with production and service

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in a production / manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of purchasing experience and managing suppliers.
• 3+ years of experience negotiating with capabilities suppliers.
• 2+ years experience with MRP/ERP, JIT, or Kanban.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage purchased parts to meet production schedules and demand.
• Place, maintain, and adjust POs; ensure ERP data accuracy.
• Monitor inventory levels and material flow; adjust as needed.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery and issue resolution.
• Support cross-functional problem-solving and reporting.

Skills

Purchasing

Supplier management

Planning

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

SAP

Job description

Ingersoll Rand in Charlotte, NC, is seeking a Materials Planner (Buyer) to ensure a reliable flow of materials, manage purchase orders, and optimize supply while collaborating with suppliers. The role includes driving ECN coordination and supporting global SAP initiatives.

Strong analytical, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills are essential. You will contribute to cost-conscious transitions between parts, minimize waste, and maintain alignment with production and service