Buyer/Planner

Penn Manufacturing Industries (PMI) is a rapidly growing and successful machining and assembly company with global operations. It is seeking a Buyer/Plannerfor its location in Montgomeryville, Pennsylvania (Zip: 18936) to support its strong growth.

Job Responsibilities

Purchasing & Procurement

• Source, negotiate, and purchase raw materials, components, hardware, electrical components, machined parts and outside services in support of production schedules.
• Issue and manage purchase orders; track order status and expedite as required to prevent production shortages
• Expedite open orders to ensure confirmed delivery dates are met
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships; evaluate supplier performance based on quality, delivery, and cost.
• Follow up on late orders and confirm pending deliveries on open orders
• File order confirmations and ensure pricing, quantities, delivery dates are correct in the company’s ERP system
• Maintains a professional working relationship with suppliers to ensure their continued support to provide quality products and services in a timely manner
• Work with suppliers to resolve documentation, quality, or delivery-related problems
• Coordinate material returns and participate in MRB meetings
• Provide weekly project material status updates to support Manufacturing, Project Management and Service functions
• Execute other tasks as assigned and in support of the Supply Chain Department

Production Planning & Inventory Control

• Analyze MRP (Material Requirements Planning) output to plan and release work orders and purchase orders.
• Monitor and adjust inventory levels to support production needs while minimizing excess and obsolete stock.
• Collaborate with production scheduling to align material availability with build schedules.
• Manage lead times, safety stock levels, and reorder points within the ERP/MRP system.
• Participate in physical inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Coordinate with engineering on new product introductions, ECOs (Engineering Change Orders), and BOM (Bill of Materials) accuracy.
• Work with quality to manage nonconforming material, supplier corrective actions, and return-to-vendor (RTV) processes.
• Support finance with accruals, invoice reconciliation, and cost reporting.
• Communicate supply risks and mitigation plans to management proactively.

Continuous Improvement

• Major plus but not required: Previous experience with reading and interpreting detailed BOMs, blueprints, assembly prints, assembly instructions, part prints, and tolerance requirements. Any experience from manufacturing environment, especially experience purchasing machined parts, is a plus.
• Support lean and continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain function.
• Maintain accurate data within the ERP system including vendor master, item master, and purchase order history.
• Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities through supplier negotiations, consolidation, and process improvements.

Education

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or a related field preferred; equivalent work experience considered.

Experience

• 3–5 years of experience in purchasing, planning, or a combined buyer/planner role, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems required.
• Proven track record of supplier negotiation and relationship management.
• Experience in a job shop, make-to-order, or engineer-to-order manufacturing environment a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles a plus.
• APICS CPIM or CPM certification a plus.
• Experience with JobBOSS (ECi JobBOSS or JobBOSS²) is a strong plus.

Pay: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person