Buyer Planner

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR Buyer/Planner II The Buyer/Planner II is responsible for coordinating and managing all purchasing, inventory, demand planning, and operational activities, ensuring customer service levels and financial targets meet strategic objectives. This position leverages best practices, technologies, cross-functional internal and external collaborations to maintain and improve data analysis, processes, and communications in a sustainable and scalable manner. This is a full-time, hybrid position at our Sandy Office, located at 17014 NE Sandy Blvd. Portland, OR 97230. WHAT YOU’LL DO Demand Planning. Prepare and maintain all aspects of forecasts. Supply/Purchase Order Management. Manage purchase orders from creation to close including expediting, discrepancy resolution, changes, active monitoring and reporting of performance. Supplier Management. Maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure consistent supply, optimal pricing, and performance. Inventory Management. Collaborate with internal and external teams in addition to utilizing tools and technology to maintain appropriate inventory levels per organizational targets. Continuous Improvement. Proactively identify and implement opportunities for cost savings and efficiencies while ensuring quality and service standards are met. Ensure compliance and accurate documentation is maintained including procedures, processes, and work instructions. Collaboration. Maintain strong collaborative working relationships within the Purchasing team and unit collaboration with internal cross-functional teams and external partners utilizing all forms of written, verbal, and meeting formats to ensure proactive sharing of information, metrics, and efforts to achieve workload balances. These teams include suppliers, category management, account payable, regulatory compliance, pharmacy catalog, customer support, pharmacy operations, and inventory/receiving teams at multiple warehouses. Data Analysis, Reporting, & Data Management. Develop and maintain system data and reporting on KPIs and metrics, providing context on drivers of change/performance. WHAT YOU BRING Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting/finance, operations/supply chain or equivalent job-related experience. 2+ years of purchasing experience. Comprehensive understanding of Microsoft Office products, Google Suite, and ERP systems (Oracle Fusion Cloud, SAP, etc.). Ability to prioritize and balance multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to drive results at a high level, performing independently and in a team with minimal instruction or direction. Effective verbal and written communication of information in a clear, calm, and concise manner, tailored to various audiences. Experience working with and ability to calculate operational and financial metrics (year-over-year performance, inventory turn, days/weeks of supply, etc.). Experience in a task management system (monday.com, Jira, Asana, Todoist) preferred. Experience in Oracle Fusion Cloud Supply Chain Planning Module preferred. WORKING CONDITIONS As a hybrid role, reliable internet access is required (3-5 days a week in the office). Environment where dogs are present if in the office. Sitting/standing at a desk working on a computer for long periods of time. Occasionally lifting up to 25 pounds. Occasionally stooping, lifting and/or bending. WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT FROM VETSOURCE Competitive pay medical vision* dental life insurance Employee Assistance Program Pet insurance* Virtual vet care PTO Holidays Floating Holidays Volunteer Day Retirement Savings Plan (401k/ RRSP) with employer matching program Paid parental leave Flexible scheduling and remote work where possible The opportunity to join one of our Associate Resource Groups fun company events! For Canadian based associates these specific benefits are not included* OUR VALUES Vetsource is proud to be part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, a division of Mars Petcare—a family-owned organization rooted in the belief that pets make the world a better place. Our unified culture is built on a foundation of veterinary excellence and guided by a shared vision, inspiring everyone to create A Better World for Pets - a world where pets are healthy, happy, and welcome. Today, Vetsource drives the future of pet health centered on our guiding philosophy, The Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom. These principles define how we work, how we treat one another, and how we serve the veterinary community, ensuring a culture where every associate has the opportunity to thrive. Pay range (US based applicants): $64,786 - $72,000 (annualized) Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, certifications, relevant education and training, while also considering internal equity. The statements in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed for this role, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Our pre-employment process includes a background check as a part of the hiring process, and will include a drug screen for pharmacy related roles. The background check will only be initiated after a conditional offer of employment has been made and will be subject to an individualized assessment, as required by law. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io, or if you have general questions relating to this process. No agencies please. We are an equal opportunity employer. Vetsource is an E-verify employer. At Vetsource, we’re committed to providing the tools that veterinarians need to thrive in an increasingly competitive landscape. And we’re just as committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and rewarding environment for associates to thrive in. Vetsource is an E-Verify employer. No agencies please. We are an equal opportunity employer. Vetsource is an E-verify employer. At Vetsource, we’re committed to providing the tools that veterinarians need to thrive in an increasingly competitive landscape. And we’re just as committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and rewarding environment for associates to thrive in. Vetsource is an E-Verify employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr