Buyer / Planner

Job Description

Job Description

We are an established fabrication company specializing in custom architectural products and installations. Our project-driven environment requires close coordination between purchasing, production, engineering, and project management.

We are seeking an organized and proactive Buyer / Planner to manage purchasing and material planning for our fabrication operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Purchase materials, components, hardware, and supplies for fabrication projects
• Plan material requirements based on production schedules, inventory, and project timelines
• Issue and manage purchase orders through delivery
• Monitor vendor lead times and proactively address shortages or delays
• Obtain and evaluate supplier quotes based on cost, quality, availability, and lead time
• Coordinate purchasing priorities with production, engineering, and project management
• Maintain supplier relationships and identify alternative sources when needed
• Track inventory and open orders using ERP/MRP systems
• Resolve pricing, quantity, delivery, and quality discrepancies
• Help improve purchasing efficiency, material availability, and cost

What We Are Looking For

• Experience in purchasing, procurement, material planning, or production planning
• Manufacturing, fabrication, construction, or architectural products experience preferred
• Strong organization and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Experience managing purchase orders, vendors, and material lead times
• Working knowledge of inventory management and ERP/MRP systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Ability to read bills of materials, specifications, or manufacturing documentation is a plus
• Experience purchasing metals, aluminum, glass, hardware, finishes, or construction-related materials is a plus

Thank you for your consideration.

Express Employment Professionals is one of the top staffing companies in the U.S. and Canada. Every day, we help people find jobs and provide workforce solutions to businesses. Express provides a full range of employment solutions that include full-time, temporary, and part-time employment in a wide range of positions, including professional, commercial, and administrative.

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance

Company Description

Express Employment Professionals is one of the top staffing companies in the U.S. and Canada. Every day, we help people find jobs and provide workforce solutions to businesses. Express provides a full range of employment solutions that include full-time, temporary, and part-time employment in a wide range of positions, including professional, commercial, and administrative.\r\n\r\nWe will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance