Buyer Planner

Pay Range : $60,000 - $75,000

Summary

Provide effective execution of site purchasing / inventory management activities and proper maintenance of related operating system data.

Essential Functions

• Controls inventory levels across the site to minimize inventory investment while providing maximum customer service levels.
• Represents the corporate SCM (Supply Chain Management) organization at the site level for purchasing and material planning activities.
• Reviews and implements all company inventory management strategies and policies to assure consistent application across the site.
• Monitors and / or plans for changing inventory requirements through participation in and development of effective sales & operations planning (S&OP) processes.
• Coordinates activities that will continuously improve the inventory levels throughout the site.
• Reviews and completes purchase orders and contacts suppliers to place orders.
• Expedites the delivery of purchased items to meet delivery schedules.
• Reviews purchase requisitions for proper authorization levels and other required data.
• Obtains quotes from suppliers and assists in negotiating most cost-effective solutions for MIWD considering TAC (Total Acquisition Costs).
• Prepares spend activity reports as directed.
• Analyzes data related to raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods inventory activity.

Education & Experience requirements

• BS / BA in Business Management or related field or equivalent combination of experience and education to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.
• APICS or ISM Certification preferred.
• Three to five years planning or buying in a high-volume manufacturing facility.
• Knowledge and ability to deploy APICS, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, and Lean Manufacturing concepts.
• Ability to multi-task and effectively motivate team members and others with diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Software and Data Works or other operating systems as required.
• Excellent problem solving and negotiation skills.

Our benefits package includes coverage of your health, wealth, and wellness for you and your eligible spouse / dependents.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including a 401k with company match and generous paid time off to help you balance your life.

Our medical plans include a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) option to help you save on healthcare costs.

Below is a list of benefits you will enjoy while working with our company.

• Medical plans with PPO or HSA options
• Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Supplemental Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability
• Company-paid Long-Term Disability
• Paid time off (PTO), including Vacation, Personal, and eight paid Holidays
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Teladoc
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Yearly Wellness Clinic

MITER Brands is an equal-opportunity employer. MI Windows and Doors does not discriminate based on religion, race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other applicable legally protected category.