Buyer / Planner

• Issues and manages purchase orders with a focus on date integrity and cost control.

• Process orders from workbench for ETO/MTO orders. Add labor steps, part steps, and subcontract steps to job orders, as needed.

• Ensure that all ETO and MTO orders are processed by the end of each workday.

• Maintain job travelers and shop bill of materials per the Engineering Change Orders and Engineering method of manufacture (MOM).

• Maintain and enhance relationships with suppliers.

• Utilize the ERP system to streamline and automate the scheduling and buying process.

• Communicate when there is an issue between what is required and our ability to provide it in a timely fashion.

• Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations and ensure they comply with technical and commercial requirements.

• Maintain purchasing records, files, price lists and resource materials.

• Maintain dates in computer, acknowledgement report, follow-up dates, and follow-up information.

• Recommend continuous improvement activities to reduce cost, improve quality and on-time delivery.

• Lead supplier through the resolution of discrepancies or schedule delays, including corrective and preventative actions and recovery plans.

• Analyze key inventory control measures to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.

• Active member of material review board (MRB).

• Record supplier non-conformances and follow appropriate correction actions per department procedures.

• Assist finance with invoice discrepancies and supplier billing issues.

• Coach and mentor other Buyer/Planners.

• Act as backup and assist other Buyer/Planners with various duties, including sales promise dates.

• Additional responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities