Buyer Planner I

Buyer Planner

It is the responsibility of the Buyer Planner to plan, direct and control the purchasing and inventory planning of select products/components using the principles of lean manufacturing. Responsible for all associated administrative controls, documentation, and communications for these products/components. These responsibilities include but are not limited to communicating and interfacing with most employees, with particular emphasis on Sales and Marketing, Customer Service, Purchasing, Engineering, Quality Control, and Manufacturing. Will update and maintain material planning information. Exercises sound judgment to purchase a wide variety of technical and non-technical items and materials required for production, maintenance and research activities. Selects vendors, places purchase orders and approves invoices for the materials or services required for the company.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Material Planning for assigned commodity groups.
• Analyze, evaluate and monitor inventory to support the business.
• Adjust material plans to reflect changes in the forecast and/or business levels.
• Support cost reduction initiatives.
• Complete action items required for new product introductions (NPI), Product Change Notices (PCN) and Product Design Reviews (PDR).
• Purchase MRO supplies as needed.
• Process capital expenditure requests.
• Track insurance for international ocean & air shipments at the end of each month. Submit and follow up on all freight claims.
• Maintain material master data within SAP.
• Create new supplier and material number in SAP.
• Provide supplier performance scorecard recommended by QA and update vendor info record.
• Support other Buyer/Planners as needed.
• Assist in the Company's annual physical inventory.
• Visit vendors in coordination with the Purchasing Manager.
• Handle quality issues including initiating debit memos, NCMR reports, CPARS reports and all vendor returns.
• Send out the commodity price index and the current exchange rates monthly.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing or Business is preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year work related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.
• Experience with International Purchasing is preferred.
• Experience in fluid power industry and/or manufacturing environment is preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent knowledge of ERP software, SAP experience is a plus.
• Two + years' experience with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Certificates and Licenses:

• Completion of APICS or ISM sponsored classes and/or APICS CPIM or ISM CSM/CPSM certification is preferred.

Other Requirements:

• Excellent multi-tasking and organizational skills.

Working Environment

Office environment in manufacturing facility.

Physical Requirements

Lift / Carry Stand F 10 lbs. or less O Walk F 11-20 lbs. O Sit C 21-50 lbs. N Handling / Fingering C 51-100 lbs. N Reach Outward O Over 100 lbs. N Reach Above Shoulder O Push / Pull Climb N 12 lbs. or less O Crawl N 13-25 lbs. N Squat or Kneel N 26-40 lbs. N Bend N 41-100 lbs. N

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs./day)

F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs./day)

C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs./day)

Safety and Personal Protective Equipment

Must adhere to all safety rules in force for the location you are in while performing your job responsibilities. This includes at a customer or supplier location. Must meet requirements for PPE in specific manufacturing areas when you are in those areas including safety shoes and safety glasses.

Benefits PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and 401K plan. PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future. Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all individuals to apply.

Americans Disabilities Act (ADA) The physical and mental requirements described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to perform the essential physical functions of the position, including sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, and lifting up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.