Buyer / Planner

Job Summary The Buyer/Planner is primarily responsible for scheduling production, purchasing raw materials, coordinating material deliveries with production runs onsite and for remote manufacturing facilities. Works closely with manufacturing, distribution personnel and suppliers. Wage Range $70,000 - $85,000 Annual Base Pay Base pay is based on several factors which vary based on position, including skills, ability, and knowledge the selected individual is bringing to the specific job. Schedule Monday to Friday; Days Work Location On-site – Glencoe, MN with 10% travel including travel to Eagan, MN Essential Functions To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed below satisfactorily. Coordinate weekly and annual production schedules, working closely with production teams. Understand and reconcile differences between total production and available resources. Works closely with the S&OP specialist to execute the master schedule. Demonstrates an understanding of reasonable cost. Able to successfully apply purchasing concepts in negotiation to support cost savings strategies and obtain the best overall landed cost for goods and services. Responsible for review and submission of incoming invoices to Accounts Payable (AP) or Accounts Receivable (AR) to ensure charges are processed in a timely manner. Work cross functionally on various project teams to provide guidance and direction regarding the supply chain functions. Utilizes 4DX concepts to manage projects effectively. Can consistently execute the purchasing functions to maintain appropriate inventory levels to support a sales forecast. Ability to make sound decisions and take responsibility for the purchasing and scheduling functions. Maintain a professional demeanor with internal/external suppliers to represent the business in a positive manner. Release manufacturing orders weekly as needed for Operations. Review and release planned purchase orders daily. Monitor and react to action messages daily to maintain appropriate inventory levels. Understands the role of purchasing and production planning, the objectives, the policies and procedures of both functions. Maintain an organized filing system. Remain aware of areas for improvement and offer suggestions accordingly to achieve department and company objectives. Source suppliers through evaluation of technical capability, capacity, customer service, lead-time, quality, and cost. Prepare and evaluate supplier quotes and negotiate to achieve the best overall landed cost. Understands the basics of contract management to negotiate favorable outcomes. Understands inventory management and works to meet company and departmental objectives to deliver quality products on time and complete to our customers. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business Administration or Economics or three to five years of related experience and/ or training, or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of three years of experience using an ERP system. APICS Certification preferred. MFG planning and purchasing experience is required On-the-job training may be required. Skills and Abilities Read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, governmental regulations and professional drawings Write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals Present information to and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public A qualified candidate must possess the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals Apply abstract concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations Apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but non-engaging, written and oral instructions. Define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Apply good judgment in recognizing scope of authority. Use of depth perception, close vision, and color vision are all continuously required. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Lifting Requirements Frequently 1-10lbs, occasionally 11-20lbs, and never 21-100+lbs. Movement Requirements Continuously talking/hearing, sitting, typing, pinching/finger manipulation, grasping/turning the wrist. Frequently bending the neck side-to-side or front-to-back. Occasionally standing, walking, touch/feeling, reaching upward or outward, rarely kneeling/crouch/squat and never climb/balance or taste/smell. Pre‑employment drug screen and background check required. Benefits We offer a competitive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401k, profit sharing, and ancillary benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr