Manufacturing Buyer Planner

The Role

This is a hands-on, onsite role based at Columbia, MD.

The Manufacturing Buyer/Planner manages material procurement and production scheduling in D365 to ensure factory operations run smoothly without excess inventory.

Key Responsibilities

· Material Planning: Review MRP (Material Requirements Planning) in D365 and convert requisitions into purchase orders.

· Production Scheduling: Issue PWO’s (Production work Orders) and align manufacturing timelines with customer demand. Follow up the PWO’s until completion.

· Supplier Management: Coordinate with Corporate Procurement to negotiate pricing, lead times, and delivery schedules; track vendor performance.

· Inventory Control: Coordinate with the Inventory Management/Shipper/Receiver to monitor stock levels accuracy in D365, reduce slow-moving parts, and conduct cycle counts.

· Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with Engineering, Quality, and Production to solve shortages and launch new products.

Key Requirements

Education: High school diploma or bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or a related field

Experience: 3+ years in purchasing, planning, or supply chain. (Desired). Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy packages (frequently up to 35–50 lbs.). Technical Skills: Proficiency with ERP/MRP software (D365 preferred) and advanced Microsoft Excel. Soft Skills: Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and communication abilities.