3-5 years in retail inventory planning or manufacturing
4-6 years in systems technology within manufacturing or procurement
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication abilities
Proficient in Microsoft Office and MRP/ERP systems (SAP)
Experience in vendor negotiation and performance evaluation
Capacity to thrive under pressure and manage multiple priorities
Responsibilities
Manage just-in-time planning and material requirements
Coordinate planning strategy for both dependent and non-master items
Convert planned orders to production and purchase orders
Expedite material shortages and resolve errors with suppliers
Direct material buying and distribution activities
Prepare sourcing packages and manage vendor relationships
Maintain online purchasing systems and generate weekly backlog reports
Benefits
Collaborative work environment
Opportunities for professional development
Involvement in supply chain and logistics functions
Exposure to lean manufacturing methodologies
Engagement in strategic sourcing initiatives
Full Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
Responsible for just-in-time planning, material requirements planning, capacity planning, and production activity control.
Coordinates planning strategy for dependent and non-master items.
Converts planned orders to production orders and purchase orders for dependent and non-master items. Verifies material and capacity available. Releases production orders for manufacturing.
Converts requisitions into purchase orders with suppliers
Reconciles problems by identifying work error messages, expediting material shortages, and coordinating with other planners, sales and Purchasing. Balances demand with capacity for dependent and non-master items.
Serves as a member of supply chain, warehouse and logistics
Requires product knowledge and knowledge of Just-in-Time, Lean Manufacturing, Materials Requirements Planning, Capacity Planning, ERP, Strategic sourcing, and Production Activity Control.
Prepares sourcing packages for projects
Source vendors of material, equipment or suppliers and interview them to determine product availability and terms of sales
Prepare and process purchase orders for supplies and equipment
Review purchase order claims for conformance to company policy
Resolve any invoices issues with the suppliers
Resolve any delivery/material issues with the suppliers
Ensure on time delivery from all suppliers
Direct and coordinate activities of buying and distributing material, equipment, machinery, and supplies
Administer on-line purchasing systems
Additional duties as assigned
Complete the backlog report on a weekly basis
JOB REQUIREMENTS
3-5 years of work experience in retail inventory planning, allocation, and/or manufacturing
4-6 years of systems and technology experience working in a manufacturing, procurement, or customer service related capacity.
Displays attention to detail, with strong analytic and organizational skills
Proficient knowledge of Windows-based business computers and Microsoft Office programs; specifically, Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word
Proficient in MRP and ERP systems (SAP)
Proficient ability to communicate effectively with others using spoken and written English
Proficient ability to work collaboratively with others; conduct working relationships in a manner acceptable to others and to the organization
Proficient ability to remain effective under stress, and respond to pressure in a manner acceptable to others and to the organization
Demonstrated ability to model customer-focused behaviors leading to outstanding customer experiences
Consistently demonstrates a commitment to Corporate policies and procedures, including but not limited to, attendance, confidentiality, conflict of interest, and ethical responsibilities
Good skills in negotiating, expediting and vendor performance evaluation
Knowledge and training in purchasing in various fields (electronic, mechanical, and chemical components)
Good understanding of both inventory and manufacturing systems
Ability to juggle priorities in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated planning and analytical skills
Planning system and business Intelligence tool experience a plus
