Associate Buyer/Planner

Employment Type: Regular Full-Time Shift: 1st Shift Work Status: On-site Position Summary The Associate Buyer/Planner assists Buyer/Planners (BPs) in the daily functions of purchasing and planning for their production lines. Creates schedules, prints travel tickets, purchases routine items, and conducts reporting for BPs. Coordinates all shipping transactions from the facility. Assists Operations Manager and VP of the Business Unit with daily reporting of key performance indicators (KPIs) and on special projects. Measures of Success Successfully coordinates all direct shipments from the facility on time and as planned On‑time publishing of all shipping and labor KPIs Full and accurate management of supplies for front office and shipping Responsibilities With direction and guidance, produces production schedules and job traveler packets. Generates purchase orders for raw materials based on existing procurement contracts and established purchasing procedures. Solicits drop‑ship freight bids from established carrier list. Coordinates all shipping transactions from the facility and completes all shipping transactions in the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. Orders all office supplies and manages inventory levels. Completes cycle count paperwork and data entry. Provides tracking information to account managers as requested. Assists with processing receivers. Works with the Operations Manager to complete weekly cycle count program. Monitors purchase orders as directed. Provides backup when BP team members are out. Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. 3+ years using an ERP system in a manufacturing environment or similar high‑pace commercial/industrial workplace. Effective communication skills, including excellent oral and written skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel. Ability to multitask and take direction from multiple stakeholders within the team. Must be able to work in a fast paced, ever‑changing environment. No travel required. Preferred Qualifications Associate degree in Business or related field. 5+ years using an ERP system in a manufacturing environment or similar high‑pace commercial/industrial workplace. Extensive experience with manufacturing ERP systems and cycle count programs. Work Environment This position works primarily in an office environment using computer and technology. Verbal and auditory capability are required. This is an onsite position that reports to the site daily. Exposure in production plant where large equipment and noise are prevalent up to 25% of the day. Safety gear is required in these areas. Full compensation packages are based on candidate experience and certifications. Salary range: $18.56—$24.13 USD Benefits Provides competitive salaries and benefits Offers tuition reimbursement, career development, and on‑site training programs in our learning center Believes in sharing profits with its employees Is mindful about family, health and well‑being Fosters conditions that allow people and communities to reach their full potential Embraces and celebrates diversity #J-18808-Ljbffr