Buyer/Planner

Summary/Objective Support production by ensuring the overall accurate and cost-effective purchase of raw materials for inventory and non-stock items as required. Ensure the on-time supply of all materials to meet customer demand following guidelines of desired inventory levels. Owner of inventory management processes. Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Plan supply for production materials, MRO (maintenance and repair), and components, following days on hand, MRP reports, and production schedule Initiate purchase orders and amendments and communicate with vendors Secure and analyze quotations; negotiate process and terms with suppliers; recommend suppliers with respect to cost, quality, and delivery competitiveness Oversee receipt of inventory materials and assist with receiving when needed Maintain cost monitoring/cost adjustment system that is implemented and enforced with our supply base Report any discrepancy of information concerning receipts of materials or shipments Vendor and part number management Coordinates and performs regularly scheduled inventory checks (cycle counts) of all stock and reconciles inventory discrepancies Responsible for the tool crib area. Minimize inventory levels without jeopardizing production Develop, implement, and manage the supplier management system, including on-time delivery monitoring Ensure all suppliers follow receiving guidelines Participate as needed in quality matters, engineering changes and developments between Core Molding Technologies activities and suppliers Act as backup for shipping department Update and maintain materials module of the ERP Collaborate in meeting requirements of IATF 16949 and ISO-14001 systems Perform other job-related duties as assigned and directed by manager Assist with supplier approval and supplier PPAP processes Competencies Business Acumen, Communication, Critical Evaluation, Delivery and Shipment Awareness, Relationship Management, Ethical Practice Supervisory Responsibility This position manages employees of the Tool Crib area and is responsible for the performance management and hiring of the employees in that department. Work Environment This job operates in a professional manufacturing office and shop floor environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies, up to 25 pounds. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday. This position may occasionally require availability to respond to emails or be in communication with his/her manager and/or Supplier and/or Customers after working hours or during the weekends as needed. Travel Up to 10% required. Required Education, Skills, And Experience Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent work experience of no less than 3 years) Microsoft Office (Excel medium to advanced proficiency), AS400 and EDI are a plus Effective use and development of processes used to optimize purchasing inventory (EOQ, cycle counting, Kanban, etc.) Problem solving and decision making Teamwork, collaboration and customer focus, and ability to work independently Strong organizational, administrative, and communication skills #J-18808-Ljbffr