Supply Chain Planner/Buyer

Walter Surface Technologies Inc.; Seneca (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Walter Surface Technologies Inc. in Seneca, SC seeks a Supply Chain Planner/Buyer to manage material flow, purchasing, and inventory levels for a defined value stream. You will plan production, monitor demand, and ensure timely sourcing aligned with operations.

Required are a related bachelor’s degree and ERP/MRP experience; APICS certification is a plus. Proficiency with SAP or Microsoft Dynamics 365 and strong analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management/Logistics or related field.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and manufacturing environments.
• Lean/Six Sigma knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Improves value stream material flow to meet customer demand requirements.
• Maintains MRP planning data to ensure system performance.
• Monitors inventories, customer demand, and production levels.
• Production scheduling by tracking material inventories and progress.
• Responsible for timely execution of sourcing activities.
• Responds to vendor requests and coordinates corrective actions.
• Evaluates supplier performance and maintains supplier relationships.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Independence / Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management/Logistics or related

APICS Certification preferred

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

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Supply Chain Planner/Buyer

Full Time Seneca, SC, US

Position Summary

The Supply Chain Planner/Buyer is responsible for the purchased machinery, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, or services necessary for the operation of an establishment. The Planner/Buyer is also responsible for planning the production of and the flow of materials and the purchasing actions for a defined value stream segment. The Planner/Buyer ensures that accurate and appropriate inventory levels are maintained.

• Improves value stream material flow to meet customer demand requirements


• Maintains MRP planning data to ensure system performance


• Monitors inventories, customer demand, and production levels


• Production scheduling activities by monitoring material inventories, tracking progress and production and reviewing factors that affect schedules


• Responsible for the timely execution of product and services sourcing activities


• Responds to NCPs for vendor supplied goods and coordinates corrective actions


• Evaluates, monitors, and reports supplier scorecard performance


• Maintains relationship and communication with supplier base


• Adheres to established company policies, procedures, terms, conditions and legal matters

Position Responsibilities- Non-Essential/Other

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management/Logistics or another related discipline.


• Working knowledge and understanding of ERP/MRP systems and their use in a manufacturing environment (SAP, Microsoft D365)


• Minimum 2 years of experience as a supply planner-buyer or similar role.


• System/data analysis and critical thinking skills.


• Experience in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other similar Continuous Improvement concepts


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint


• APICS Certification preferred.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Experience with databases and query language to manipulate Microsoft D365, Excel.


• Highly Detail Oriented.


• Demonstrate acceptable written and verbal communication skills.


• Work independently and productively.

Beneficial Skills and Experience

• Ability to lead projects involving team members that do not report to this role.