Supply Chain Planner

Synerfac Technical Staffing; Feasterville-Trevose (Bucks County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Synerfac Technical Staffing is seeking a Buyer Planner to support purchasing, forecasting, and inventory needs, ensuring production has timely, cost-effective materials. You will coordinate with the Supply Chain Manager and cross-functional teams to maintain smooth operations.

The role requires 3–5 years of ERP/MRP experience in manufacturing, strong analytical and communication skills, and a continuous-improvement mindset.

Qualifications

• Must have 3–5 years of experience with ERP/MRP in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to build relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
• Self-directed, results-oriented, thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Continuous-improvement mindset; willing to learn and optimize processes.

Responsibilities

• Issue and manage purchase orders through ERP systems, tracking and expediting orders.
• Analyze MRP signals, forecasts, and SKU-level inventory to maintain reorder points.
• Select and negotiate with suppliers to optimize pricing, service, and delivery.
• Collaborate with production and Supply Chain Manager to resolve material shortages.
• Support SIOP, inventory planning, freight coordination, and related analytics tasks.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Self-directed

Continuous improvement mindset

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a Buyer Planner with previous purchasing and ERP/MRP experience to support purchasing, forecasting, and inventory needs while ensuring production has the necessary supplies in a timely and cost-effective manner. This role will work closely with the Supply Chain Manager, as well as production, accounting, sales, and engineering teams, to maintain an efficient flow of materials and business operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Issue and manage purchase orders through ERP systems, tracking and expediting orders while keeping information current.
• Analyze MRP signals, forecasts, and SKU-level inventory needs to maintain appropriate reorder points and support production requirements.
• Select and negotiate with suppliers to achieve optimal pricing, service, and timely delivery while maintaining strong supplier relationships.
• Work closely with production and the Supply Chain Manager to resolve material shortages and maintain a consistent flow of materials.
• Support SIOP, inventory planning, freight coordination, and other analytical/clerical tasks as needed.

Qualifications:

• Must have 3-5 years of experience working with ERP/MRP systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Must have strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships with suppliers, customers, and internal teams.
• Must be self-directed and results-oriented, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding environment while working effectively as part of a team.
• Must have continuous-improvement mindset with a willingness to learn, adapt to change, and identify opportunities to improve processes.

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