Strategic Materials Planner | Drive On-Time Manufacturing

Virginia Economic Development Partnership; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Afton Scientific is looking for a Buyer Planner to join our Supply Chain team. The role focuses on procuring materials, maintaining inventory levels, and coordinating with suppliers and internal departments to keep manufacturing operations running smoothly.

Ideal candidates will have inventory management experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This on-site position offers growth within a proactive, detail-oriented team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous inventory management experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and issue-resolution skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Demonstrated initiative and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Obtain supplier quotes and procure materials to support manufacturing and projects.
• Serve as primary contact for assigned suppliers and maintain relationships.
• Monitor open purchase orders and track delivery dates with suppliers.
• Manage critical material orders to prevent manufacturing disruptions.
• Monitor inventory levels of raw materials, in-transit, and consignments.
• Maintain MRP data and coordinate material deliveries to minimize shortages and excess.
• Perform production and project material planning, including allocations and pick lists.
• Author and review supply chain documents, including SOPs, specifications, NCRs, and quarterly DEA reporting.
• Assist with cycle counts and physical inventories for accuracy.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for efficiency and cost.

Skills

Inventory management

Procurement

Vendor relations

Attention to detail

Organization

Communication

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Afton Scientific is looking for a Buyer Planner to join our Supply Chain team. The role focuses on procuring materials, maintaining inventory levels, and coordinating with suppliers and internal departments to keep manufacturing operations running smoothly.

Ideal candidates will have inventory management experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This on-site position offers growth within a proactive, detail-oriented team.