Procurement Buyer/Planner Job Description

Procurement Buyer/Planner Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a Procurement Buyer/Planner to join our team.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage and resolve issues regarding PO to invoice discrepancies, returns and quality problems with suppliers;
  • Ensure and promote compliance to Company and Procurement policies and procedures;
  • Determine and establish optimal inventory levels based on forecast, demand variation and material lead times;
  • Place purchase orders with suppliers for the procurement of MRO material as required by MRP and reactive work order requests;
  • Setup & maintain material master system planning parameters (MOQ, lead time, safety stocks);
  • Expedite or defer orders as required based on schedule/inventory changes;
  • Facilitate the inter-company flow or materials between warehouse locations.

Requirements:

  • Analytical with a methodical approach to problem-solving;
  • Proficient with MS Office suite – advanced skills with MS Excel;
  • Expert applied knowledge of forecasting, MRP, transportation, supply chain, inventory management and warehousing disciplines;
  • Extremely high standards of excellence;
  • Experience establishing and employing demand-pull material planning methods;
  • 3-6 years of experience in a buyer/planner/material scheduler role (required);
  • Able to influence others & manage conflict;
  • Excellent organization, communication and follow-up skills;
  • Strong sense of urgency & attention to detail;
  • BS/BA in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics or relevant experience;
  • Ability to self-direct and take constructive action in ambiguous situations.

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