- Professional
- Office in Summerville
The Planner-Buyer will be responsible for efficiently and cost effectively purchasing direct and indirect materials in alignment with defined key performance indicators. In addition, this role oversees the purchase order lifecycle and manages the expediting of parts as required. The Planner-Buyer will maintain and develop a strong working relationship with suppliers. This role is part of the KION North America (KNA) Supply Chain department.
We offer:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Utilize MRP system to communicate risks and opportunities with Demand Scheduling
- Release and monitor purchase orders, analyze for quantity, specifications and delivery requirements
- Maintain part master so that MRP is utilized effectively
- Advise Supply Chain leadership team of market conditions and supplier activity which could affect pricing, quality and delivery
- Meet inventory and cost reduction goals
- Process Engineering Change Notices (ECN) and notify suppliers with revised drawings, act as liaison between Engineering and the supplier.
- Responsible for working with transportation partners and suppliers to expedite materials
- Follow-up on past due orders and acknowledgement reports
- Ensure timely closure on open supplier issues related to quality and return goods authorizations
- Cross-train in other areas within Supply Chain to provide backup for other members of the department.
Tasks and Qualifications:
Education and Qualifications:
- BS/BA in supply chain management, business, engineering or equivalent
- 3-5 years of demand scheduling or materials planning experience, ideally in industrial equipment manufacturing or automotive
- Excellent project management, communication and organizational skills
- Proficient decision making and analytical problem-solving skills
- Understanding of engineering, quality, and manufacturing processes
Excellent skills with MS Office; SAP knowledge and MS Project preferred
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