Buyer/Planner II

Job Description

Job Details

Job Title:

Buyer/Planner II

Job Code:

BUYPLNII

Department:

Procurement

Manufacturing Administration

Stride Manufacturing Administration

Location:

Multiple Locations

Reports To:

General Manager, Plant Manager, or Operations Manager

FLSA Classification:

Exempt

EEOC Classification:

Professionals

Salary Grade:

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Yes No

Job Summary

The primary responsibility of the Buyer II is to guarantee that the supply to the distribution centers aligns with the operational metrics of the business and meets the service levels expected by customers. In this role, the Buyer II will convert demand forecasts into supply orders for the managed products. They will also monitor the progress of purchase orders with vendors to secure punctual delivery and share the order status updates with internal stakeholders. This position is responsible for purchasing raw materials, components, and services to fulfill production and customer requirements. The Buyer II evaluates and analyzes supplier quotes, negotiates prices, fosters vendor relationships, and ensures timely order deliveries.

Essential Duties

• Coordinates product procurement requirements across various categories with the sourcing and sales forecasting teams.
• Maintains and nurtures robust relationships with suppliers to uphold standards of quality, cost-effectiveness, and service key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Acts as a liaison for daily operations, managing tasks like purchase orders, inventory, shipments, and invoices for designated suppliers.
• Reviews and analyzes purchase requisitions and generates purchase orders.
• Negotiates pricing with suppliers who have not been previously engaged, to secure the best prices for materials, minimize product cost escalation, and maintain effective vendor relationships.
• Monitors inventory levels to ensure minimum stock levels are maintained.
• Manages inventories to achieve the company's working capital and service level objectives.
• Ensures the accuracy of vendor and item master data, including Valogix Lead Time data. Resolves invoice discrepancies with vendors if necessary.
• Optimizes ocean freight and container usage, consolidating shipments to enhance shipping efficiencies and decrease freight expenses. Collaborates with freight forwarders to facilitate this process.
• Ensures timely delivery of items and follows up with vendors on late orders.
• Coordinates payments to foreign suppliers and collaborates with the accounting department to promptly address any discrepancies in accounts payable.
• Follows up promptly and expedite as necessary for items listed on the Backorder Report, with a particular emphasis on SKU service level availability.
• Implements process improvements to optimize and standardize daily work tasks, adhering to standardized procedures.
• Maintains accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other important information.
• Prepares reports on purchase activity and supplier performance and shares with leadership.
• Supports year-end audits at assigned facility.
• Completed daily work orders as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Skills, Abilities and Educational Requirements

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field.
• 3 – 5 years of experience in an administrative or procurement role, preferably within a manufacturing or distribution setting
• Intermediate experience utilizing computer software such as Microsoft Suite
• Knowledge of JDE/P4 and MRP software and similar applications
• Demonstrated proficiency in negotiation, leveraging expertise to secure competitive pricing while sourcing supplies, and effectively communicating objectives to suppliers.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, enabling effective interaction with employees on all levels, including executive leadership, as well as suppliers.

Preferred

Key Competencies

Inter-Relationships

Consistent interaction with all levels of employees including executive leadership, as well as suppliers and vendors. Works closely with the Customer Service, Logistics, Operations, and Sales.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Work Environment

This position works in a professional office setting or manufacturing environment with occasional travel to supplier facilities as needed. Requires the regular use of office equipment including computers, phones, and printers. At manufacturing facility will frequently be exposed to seasonal temperatures of excessive cold or heat as well as loud noise, dusty and/or dirty due to materials produced.

Physical Demands

Demand:

Frequency

Hear

Frequent

See

Frequent

Sit

Frequent

Talk

Frequent

Type

Frequent

Stand

Frequent

Bend

Occasional

Stoop

Occasional

Reach

Occasional

Drive

Occasional

Repetitive Motions

Occasional

Stand

Occasional

Physical Work

Percentage

Medium – 10 - 25lb

10-25%

Travel Required

Yes – 10 – 25%

Additional Information

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel.

Job duties outlined in this job description are considered “Essential Functions” and have been formulated in accordance with the guidelines established by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). The provisions of the American with Disabilities Act (1990) stipulate that employees must be capable of performing the “Essential Functions” of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the “Essential Functions”.

DiversiTech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.