senior buyer planner

Singer Industrial

<div></div><div>Buyer/Planner II
We are seeking an experienced, highly organized Buyer/Planner to join our team. The Buyer/Planner is responsible for purchasing materials, components, and services to meet production and customer requirements. This role evaluates and analyzes supplier quotes, negotiates prices, maintains relationships with vendors, and ensures orders are delivered on time. 
Buyer/Planner Duties and Responsibilities<ul><li>Source and recommend select suppliers that meet the company&rsquo;s quality, price, and delivery requirements.</li><li>Develop and maintain effective relationships with suppliers</li><li>Monitor supplier performance in terms of quality, cost, and delivery</li><li>Analyze and execute daily procurement requirements to meet customer demand and inventory requirements for both component and Finished Good</li><li>Review and analyze purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders when appropriate</li><li>Ensure timely delivery of items and follow up with vendors on late orders</li><li>Resolve invoice discrepancies with suppliers and accounting</li><li>Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other required data</li><li>Prepare reports on purchase activity and supplier performance (Scorecard)</li><li>Forecast customer demand and develop procurement strategies to ensure inventory levels are sufficient to meet customer demands</li><li>Manage purchase orders and report all lead time changes to team.</li><li>Analyze commodity inventory levels and identify potential stock shortages or overstock situations</li><li>Communicate with sales team to ensure all planning forecasts are kept updated and all changes included in MRP.</li><li>Work with suppliers to resolve any supply chain delays affecting lead time.</li><li>Generate and analyze reports to identify trends and opportunities for improvement</li><li>Create and maintain a valid capacity requirements plan</li></ul> 
Buyer/Planner II Requirements and Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business, supply chain management, or related field or 5+ years documented experience in purchasing, buying, and planning.</li><li>Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills</li><li>Strong knowledge of planning/purchasing principles and procedures.</li><li>Maintains production, material, inventory and purchase plan to support master schedule</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and ERP</li><li>Change Agent, demonstrated ability to drive process improvement</li><li>Able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment</li><li>Strong organizational and time management skills</li><li>Able to work independently and collaboratively with a tea</li></ul></div>

Buyer/Planner

BigBelly Solar

<div>Description:

Senior Buyer Summary:
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Senior Buyer to support our assembly manufacturing plant. The Senior Buyer is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing materials, components, and services required for mass manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement, supplier relationship management, cost reduction, and planning within a manufacturing environment. This role requires close collaboration with production, engineering, quality, and finance teams to ensure material availability, cost-efficiency, and on-time delivery. 
Senior Buyer Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Plan and procure materials such as sheet metal, battery packs, solar modules, wiring harnesses, and related components.</li><li>
Review production schedules and forecasts to determine material needs using MRP tools or manual planning methods.</li><li>
Issue and manage purchase orders, track deliveries, and expedite critical materials as needed.</li><li>
Monitor inventory levels and place orders to maintain appropriate stock without over-purchasing.</li><li>
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships for quality, cost, and on-time delivery performance.</li><li>
 Assist in the procurement of goods and services for the company</li><li>
Evaluate new suppliers and negotiate pricing and terms to support production goals and cost targets.</li><li>
Address and resolve issues related to quality, delays, or shortages with vendors.</li><li>
Collaborating with production supervisors and teams leads to understanding material usage, lead times, and any changes to schedules.</li><li>
Support engineering changes and new product introductions with timely sourcing of new components.</li><li>
Work with the warehouse team to ensure accurate receiving, inventory counts, and material flow to the floor.</li><li>
Maintain data integrity in the ERP system or inventory management software.</li><li>
Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery, purchase price variance, and inventory turnover.</li><li>
Generate regular reports to support purchasing and planning decisions.</li></ul> 

Requirements:

 Senior Buyer Qualifications:<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in supply chain, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).</li><li>
5+ years of experience in a buyer/planner role, preferably in a small-to-mid-size manufacturing setting.</li><li>
Familiarity with MRP/ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, or similar).</li><li>
Strong understanding of MRP, supply planning, and procurement best practices.</li><li>
Knowledge of procurement regulations and procedures</li><li>
Strong organizational, analytical, and negotiation skills.</li><li>
The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.</li><li>
Experience with lean manufacturing or kanban systems a plus.</li><li>
APICS/ASCM or ISM certifications (e.g., CPIM, CSCP, CPSM) a plus.</li><li>
Comfortable working closely with shop floor teams in a small plant setting.</li></ul></div>

Senior Buyer

Supermicro

<div>
 
 
 Job Req ID: 27637
 
 
 
 
 
 About Supermicro
 
 
 
 Supermicro&reg; is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/ Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT/Embedded customers worldwide. We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms. Our unprecedented global expansion has provided us with the opportunity to offer a large number of new positions to the technology community. We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us.
 
 
 
 Job Summary
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Drive Supply Chain Efficiency: Your expertise in procurement and planning will be instrumental in maintaining a stable and efficient supply chain, ensuring Supermicro can meet customer demands effectively.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support Innovation &amp; Product Development: You will work closely with Product Management and Engineering to support new product development (NPI) and secure key components for advanced technology solutions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Optimize Inventory &amp; Vendor Relations: As a Senior Buyer/Planner, you will play a key role in managing inventory, negotiating with global suppliers, and ensuring long-term component availability.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Essential Duties And Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Procurement &amp; Vendor Management:
 
 
 
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 Collaborate with PM &amp; Engineering teams to support new product development (NPI).
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage procurement processes, ensuring the timely acquisition of high-quality materials and components.
 </li>
 <li>
 Source, evaluate, and negotiate with vendors&mdash;especially in Asia&mdash;to obtain competitive pricing and terms.
 </li>
 <li>
 Analyze supplier quotations based on product specifications and market conditions.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Supply Chain Planning &amp; Inventory Management:
 
 
 
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 <li>
 Plan and monitor inventory levels to align with customer requirements and company targets.
 </li>
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 Develop and implement strategies to manage long lead-time and unique components effectively.
 </li>
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 Prepare and analyze inventory and aging reports to optimize supply chain efficiency.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Process Improvement &amp; Strategic Planning:
 
 
 
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 Identify opportunities to improve procurement accuracy and streamline supply chain processes.
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 Implement best practices to optimize resource utilization and cost savings.
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 Support cross-functional teams in forecasting, demand planning, and risk mitigation strategies.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration, Materials Management, Manufacturing, or a related discipline preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum of 8 years of experience in materials management, procurement, or supply chain operations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities with keen attention to detail.
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrated experience in vendor negotiations, particularly with suppliers in Asia.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent communication and organizational skills, with a problem-solving mindset.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proficiency in ERP applications and Microsoft Office tools such as SAP, Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Salary Range
 
 
 
 
 $100,000 - $133,000
 
 
 The salary offered will depend on several factors, including your location, level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience, and comparison to other employees already in this role. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as participation in bonus and equity award programs.
 
 
 
 
 EEO Statement
 
 
 
 
 Supermicro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of Supermicro to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.
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Sr. Buyer/Planner - Key Components

Able Hose & Rubber

Job Overview We are seeking an experienced, highly organized Buyer/Planner to join our team. The Buyer/Planner is responsible for purchasing materials, components, and services to meet production and customer requirements. This role evaluates and analyzes supplier quotes, negotiates prices, maintains relationships with vendors, and ensures orders are delivered on time.Duties<ul><li>Source and recommend select suppliers that meet the company&rsquo;s quality, price, and delivery requirements.</li><li>Develop and maintain effective relationships with suppliers</li><li>Monitor supplier performance in terms of quality, cost, and delivery</li><li>Analyze and execute daily procurement requirements to meet customer demand and inventory requirements for both component and Finished Good</li><li>Review and analyze purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders when appropriate</li><li>Ensure timely delivery of items and follow up with vendors on late orders</li><li>Resolve invoice discrepancies with suppliers and accounting</li><li>Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other required data</li><li>Prepare reports on purchase activity and supplier performance (Scorecard)</li><li>Forecast customer demand and develop procurement strategies to ensure inventory levels are sufficient to meet customer demands</li><li>Manage purchase orders and report all lead time changes to team.</li><li>Analyze commodity inventory levels and identify potential stock shortages or overstock situations</li><li>Communicate with sales team to ensure all planning forecasts are kept updated and all changes included in MRP.</li><li>Work with suppliers to resolve any supply chain delays affecting lead time.</li><li>Generate and analyze reports to identify trends and opportunities for improvement</li><li>Create and maintain a valid capacity requirements plan.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business, supply chain management, or related field or 5+ years documented experience in purchasing, buying, and planning.</li><li>Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills</li><li>Strong knowledge of planning/purchasing principles and procedures.</li><li>Maintains production, material, inventory and purchase plan to support master schedule</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and ERP</li><li>Change Agent, demonstrated ability to drive process improvement</li><li>Able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment</li><li>Strong organizational and time management skills</li><li>Able to work independently and collaboratively with a team</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hourExpected hours: 40 per weekBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) 4% Match</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Health savings account</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Referral program</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Education:<ul><li>Associate (Required)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Purchasing: 4 years (Required)</li><li>Buyer: 4 years (Required)</li></ul>Language:<ul><li>English (Required)</li></ul>Ability to Commute:<ul><li>Portland, OR 97211 (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Buyer/Planner II

Nice-Pak Products

<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">About Us.</h3>

Nice-Pak is more than just a Nice Place to Work, and we owe it to our amazing team of nice people to ensure we are hiring new team members who can do more than just meet expectations. We aim to hire excellence.

At Nice-Pak, we manufacture products that touch (literally!) a person's every stage of life - from birth through adulthood into retirement - and worldwide! We are a leading manufacturer of wipes for major grocery, discount, drug, big box, and club membership retailers, and we care deeply about our associates and customers. We care about our environment, too, which is why we stand by our commitment to sustainably source the materials that make our wipes work and support sustainable forestry through education and community engagement.

We live by our purpose of Helping our world stay healthy and well, and it&rsquo;s important to us that each time we add someone to our Nice-Pak family, we do so with our purpose statement in mind so we can achieve a workforce as special as our customer base.
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
About the Job.</h3>

 Position Title: Buyer Planner
 
Department: Planning 
Employment Status: Full-time 
Classification: Individual Contributor 
FLSA Status: Exempt

Reporting Relationships:
<ul>
<li>Reports to: Sr. Production Planning Manager</li>
<li>Positions Supervised: N/A</li>
</ul>
Why This Job is Important. The Buyer/Planner plays a critical role in ensuring robust and uninterrupted supply chains for Nice-Pak and our 3rd party manufacturing facilities. Using a data-driven approach, this role works closely with Value Stream leaders, Corporate Supply Chain, and Strategic Procurement Teams to balance cost, quality, and availability. This position touches nearly every area of the business, requiring constant collaboration with Operations, Distribution, Marketing, Customer Service, Commercialization, and Quality to deliver products to our customers on time.

The Buyer/Planner is the linchpin between production needs, supplier relationships, and customer expectations, ensuring both efficiency and service excellence.

This position works directly with a wide variety of collaborators across multiple departments and locations.
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
About You.</h3>

What You Can Expect.
As a Buyer/Planner, you will:
<ul>
<li>Manage purchasing and scheduling activities for assigned Value Streams.</li>
<li>Place purchase orders, resolve capacity conflicts, and maintain effective supplier relations.</li>
<li>Oversee production schedules based on Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP).</li>
<li>Support product portfolio transitions by minimizing obsolescence and maintaining service levels.</li>
<li>Monitor forecasts and master data to close supply gaps before they impact customers.</li>
<li>Communicate delivery changes to customer service teams.</li>
<li>Partner with suppliers to implement cost-effective programs such as consignment or JIT delivery.</li>
<li>Approve Finished Product Specifications (FPS) in MasterControl and order raw materials to support new product launches.</li>
<li>Drive cost reduction strategies and contribute to cross-functional projects.</li>
</ul>
 What We Expect from You in the Role.
<ul>
<li>Education: An associate's or bachelor&rsquo;s degree is preferred in a related field (experience may be substituted).</li>
<li>Experience: Minimum 2&ndash;5 years in purchasing, planning, or related fields. Regulated environments (cGMP, ISO, FDA) preferred.</li>
<li>Knowledge/Skills:
<ul><li>Strong MRP expertise (BPCS/LX preferred).</li>
<li>Lean/6 Sigma certification is desirable.</li>
<li>Advanced Excel skills.</li>
<li>Strong analytical and interpersonal skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.</li>
<li>Excellent multi-tasking, prioritization, and execution abilities.</li>
<li>A strong drive for results, high-quality standards, and collaborative problem-solving with suppliers and internal stakeholders.</li>
</ul></li><li>To embrace and embody our Core Values: Safety, Teamwork, Integrity, and Excellence.</li>
<li>You must be a champion of Nice-Pak; we protect our people, products, and customers.</li>
<li>We expect you always to want to learn, grow, and help others improve. Continuous improvement and development are the name of the game.</li>
</ul>
We expect all our associates to be professional, results- and performance-oriented, highly engaged in the business, and able to motivate and drive engagement within their teams and/or peers.

The non-negotiable things.
<ul>
<li>Safety. No shortcuts are allowed. We expect you to support our culture of safety and hold others accountable to it, even if it is uncomfortable.</li>
<li>The law. Nice-Pak adheres to all local, state, and federal laws, and we expect every leader to do so as well.</li>
<li>Communication. Clear, professional, and respectful communication is essential in working with internal partners and external suppliers.</li>
<li>Collaboration. You must commit to working as a strong partner across the business, ensuring alignment and transparency.</li>
</ul>
Where you will work:

Many responsibilities will require sitting at a desk in front of a computer for long periods, while others will involve moving between offices, the warehouse, and production environments.

This is what you can count on from us:
<ul>
<li>A safe and supportive work environment.</li>
<li>Working conditions free from unusual hazards or otherwise signi&#64257;cantly unpleasant conditions &ndash; our production areas are comfortably climate-controlled and have the same temperature year-round!</li>
<li>We want you to succeed and will invest in you and your</li>
<li>A culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.</li>
<li>Great benefits that start when you do, including access to an on-site medical clinic available to you and your dependents, 401(k) match, and vision, medical, and dental coverage. We also offer tuition reimbursement among many other other benefits.</li>
<li>Competitive pay, commensurate with experience, with additional bonus opportunities.</li>
</ul>
The Important HR and Legal Stuff

Nice-Pak is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire the most qualified individuals and do not tolerate discriminatory behavior. We adhere to ADA standards and will review reasonable accommodations to support our employees.

Apply Now:

If you are passionate about supply chain excellence and ready to make an impact, we invite you to apply to join our Nice-Pak team to help us continue providing safe and effective products that improve the lives of people around the world.<h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Experience</h4>
Preferred<ul><li>
2 - 5 years: Minimum 2&ndash;5 years in purchasing, planning, or related fields. Regulated environments (cGMP, ISO, FDA) preferred.</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Education</h4>
Preferred<ul><li>
Bachelors or better</li><li>
Associates or better</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Skills</h4>
Required<ul><li>
Analysis</li><li>
Microsoft Excel</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Behaviors</h4>
Preferred<ul><li>
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well</li><li>
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity</li><li>
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group</li></ul>
Equal Opportunity Employer 
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.</div>

Buyer-Planner

DIVERSIFIED CHEMICAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

<div>DCT Buyer/Planner Job Description

The DCT Buyer/Planner will be responsible for the timely, accurate and cost effective buying and inventory monitoring of DCT production, packaging and kitting supplies. Additional responsibilities may include raw material buying, as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities
<ul><li>
Order raw materials, packaging, production supplies and services, as needed, for multiple sites, including offsite contract manufacturers. This includes calculations of the optimum order quantity and frequency to meet the needs of production at the minimum cost and risk.</li><li>
Support Supply Chain Director with supplier relations, bidding, sourcing and other purchasing activities</li></ul>
<ul><li>Organize, execute and evaluate the results of a thorough physical count of the inventory quarterly.
</li></ul><ul><li>Complete weekly cycle counts of individual supplies, raw materials and finished goods.</li><li>
Complete transactions in the CMS inventory management system.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Review current inventory for any signs of inaccuracy. Investigate and implement processes to avoid inventory inaccuracies and unnecessary losses.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Manage the inventory and disposition of inactive and/or obsolete raw materials and products.</li><li>
Collect and report on other purchasing or inventory data as assigned.</li></ul>

Skills and Specifications
<ul><li>
Good data skills and detail-oriented. Computer proficiency</li></ul>
<ul><li>Must be able to work in a manufacturing team environment and meet deadlines</li><li>
Minimum 2 years college degree in a field related to business, accounting, technical, etc.,</li></ul>
<ul><li>Good communication skills and the ability to work well with others.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Demonstrated ability to study data and apply sound reasoning to draw conclusions and make improvements.</li><li>
Valid driver&rsquo;s license. Fork Truck license or ability to pass fork truck test is preferred, but not required.
</li><li>Knowledge of the DCT ERP systems is desired, but not required.</li><li>
Time spent on the job will be 20% in the warehouse and 80% in the office. Must be able to safely lift 50 lbs.</li><li>
Some travel required weekly, to contract manufacturers.</li></ul>

Measures of Success (DCT, contractors and DMG)
<ul><li>
Raw material or supplies quality problems addressed promptly and effectively.</li><li>
Obsolete, off-spec raw material, supplies and finished goods inventory minimized and monitored.</li><li>
Timely and accurate completion of all inventory transactions (i.e. an accurate perpetual inventory)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Raw material losses (inventory write-downs) reduced.</li><li>
No orders shipped late due to lack of materials (excluding emergency orders)</li></ul></div>

Nivel Parts And Manufacturing

<div>PRODUCTION BUYER / PLANNER ASSISTANT - Contractor

Production Buyer / Planer Assistant will act in a support role to our Production Planner. The position requires the capacity to work individually and in a team environment, build effective working relationships inside and outside of the group. The person in this position must be flexible and have the ability to get along well with others.

This is a contract position: $17-22 Depending on experience. 


Duties and Responsibilities:

An overview of the job duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
<ul>
<li>Manage inventory of raw materials for production</li>
<li>Place orders and schedule delivery of items based on demand forecast</li>
<li>Liaison between sales, purchasing, and production to ensure materials on hand to build.</li>
<li>Reviews shortage reports to determine requirements and overdue material</li>
<li>Maintain supplier relationships</li>
<li>Expedite/ Cancel orders as required</li>
<li>Maintains procurement records to document items or services purchased</li>
<li>Assists in setting up part numbers as needed, including pricing, lead time, min order qty, primary and secondary supplier and other purchasing related functions</li>
<li>Ability to manage and track in-bound shipments from both International &amp; Domestic Suppliers</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul> 


Education and Experience:
<ul>
<li>Minimum of 2+ years in administrative or support position.</li>
<li>Procurement experience is a plus, good analytical skills.</li>
<li>Someone who has worked in manufacturing or distribution is a plus.</li>
<li>Strong Math and problem-solving skills required.</li>
<li>College degree is a plus but not required if years of experience.</li></ul> 


Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
<ul>
<li>Strong interpersonal skills with a detailed focus on follow-up processes</li>
<li>Strong communications skills</li>
<li>Microsoft Office &ndash; Word, Excel is required.</li>
<li>Experience with AX &ndash; Microsoft Dynamics Procurement or other similar software is plus.</li>
<li>Ability to prioritize work assignment</li></ul> 
Equal Opportunity Employer 
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.</div>

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