Manufacturing Buyer Planner

Genesis10 is currently seeking a Manufacturing Buyer Planner for a contract position with a Global Industrial Equipment Manufacturer located in Kansas City, MO. This is a 6+ month contract opportunity. Pay Range: $30.00 - 35.00/hr. based on experience This role focuses on analyzing material requirements, executing purchase orders, and managing supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery for production needs within a heavy industrial manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with ERP/MRP systems, inventory management, and supplier performance metrics. Responsibilities: Analyze daily requirements to determine materials needs and execute purchase orders to satisfy demand schedules Evaluate MRP to understand buy part supply/demand signals and create purchase orders Maintain accurate delivery information on open purchase orders through supplier acknowledgements Expedite material delivery where necessary and maintain status updates on shortages Continually review stocking levels for each item to provide targeted service levels and establish appropriate stocking strategies Communicate with Suppliers to best support the inventory plan and provide timely delivery for production needs Manage supplier relationships to ensure purchase orders are acknowledged, PO dates are maintained, and shipments are executed on time Review and recommend the disposition of all excess and obsolete inventory Engage with Quality and Engineering to address supplier non-conforming parts Collaborate with the Sourcing Manager in inflation/deflation goals and commodity strategy execution Serve as the primary accounts payable/receivable contact for your supply base Requirements: 3 to 6 years of procurement or sourcing experience in a manufacturing environment Proven experience working effectively with suppliers, managing purchase orders, and ensuring supplier on-time delivery Experience in the supplier selection process and managing supplier partnerships using performance KPI metrics Ability to perform accurate and thorough cost analysis Proven supplier negotiation techniques Foundational proficiency in supply chain management principles and commodity sourcing strategies Strong understanding of ERP MRP fundamentals, including purchase order signals, planning parameters, and transactional accuracy Ability to interpret and work with technical specifications, drawings, and quality requirements Understanding of Bill of Material framework and BOM costs Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) Professional and concise verbal and written communication skills Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to build effective and trusted supplier and team relationships Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines Desired skills: Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field Experience in railroad, aerospace, automotive, or other heavy industrial manufacturing or remanufacturing sectors Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position. If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply! Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals. For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10: Access to hundreds of clients, most of whom have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years. The opportunity to have a career home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years. Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.) Behavioral Health Platform Medical, Dental, Vision Health Savings Account Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident) Voluntary Term Life Insurance 401K Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities) Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, and Illinois) For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website. Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. #INDGEN10