Role Summary: Buyer/Planner Responsible for purchasing materials and planning production to meet customer demand efficiently. Combines procurement and production scheduling, based on sales and inventory forecasts.

Key Responsibilities

Purchasing & Supplier Coordination

Place purchase orders based on inventory needs and forecast.

Manage supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery and quality.

Resolve delivery issues, invoice discrepancies, and quality concerns.

Production Planning & Inventory Control

Monitor inventory to avoid shortages or overstock.

Create and manage production schedules aligned with forecasts.

Collaborate with manufacturing to ensure smooth operations.

Identify process improvements to boost efficiency and reduce costs.

Data & Reporting

Track KPIs such as supplier performance and delivery metrics.

Provide regular updates on purchasing and production status.

Analyze supply chain data to support continuous improvement.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Coordinate with sales, engineering, finance, and logistics teams.

Communicate changes in supply or production plans clearly and promptly.

Qualifications & Skills

Education: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or similar.

Experience: 5–10 years in combined planning and purchasing roles.

Tools: Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and Excel.

Certifications: APICS CPIM or similar preferred.

Core Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Effective negotiation and communication skills

Excellent organization and time management