Job Details

Buyer Planner

Location: Moselle, MS

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview:

A leading manufacturer is seeking a Buyer Planner to support its supply chain operations in Moselle, MS. This role is responsible for developing and executing demand plans that drive on-time replenishment for fulfillment centers and distribution. The ideal candidate will contribute to operational efficiency, cost control, and inventory optimization through demand forecasting, strategic supplier collaboration, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute the planning, scheduling, and coordination of inventory replenishment for business unit distribution centers.
• Ensures proper flow of inbound materials to meet production and customer requirements. Uses reporting tools and ERP to determine inventory trends and adjust safety stock, order points and order quantities
• Records Management: Review requisition orders to verify accuracy, terminology, and specifications. Prepare, maintain and review purchasing files, reports and price lists. Compare supplier's bills with bids and purchase orders to verify accuracy. Enters Daily receiving into the system.
• Commodity Management: Monitor in-house non-inventory supplies Handle Kanban releases and perform buying duties to ensure flow of inbound material. Determine if inventory quantities are sufficient for needs. Manages Commodities as assigned by Purchasing Manager. Find opportunities to improve PPV by finding better suppliers in-term of cost, quality control, delivery, inventory turns and reliability. Track commodities price trend and maintain records. Resolves purchasing problems between departments and vendors; manages expediting on needed product and past due parts to meet production/ operational needs.
• Collects and monitors supplier on time delivery metrics to ensure consistent performance that meets requirements and demands of the fulfillment schedule.
• Participates in daily management huddles and meetings to support business needs.
• Participate in managing plant budget, which includes controlling, material costs, inbound and outbound freight, inventory variance and obsolescence expenses.
• Actively participates in creating cost savings opportunities and formally tracks and reports these opportunities monthly.Reviews and analyzes purchased product and raw material costs and cost trends. Creates monthly report of Purchase Price Variance for inbound materials, purchased inventory, and supplies.
• Report on forecast accuracy and analyze data to determine root cause of error in an effort for continuous improvement.
• Assist with the planning, scheduling, and coordinating of the demand model.
• Develop independent demand forecast models for multiple domestic and international fulfillment centers that drive supply chain planning processes.
• Work with materials, warehouse logistics, inventory levels, increase inventory turns.
• Suppliers primarily based in China, Europe, Brazil and the US – Must be able to manage lead times (batch shipping) in the demand model.
• Report OTD and Fill Rate metrics to Executive Leadership and Perform Root Cause & Corrective Action analysis to drive Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Review historical sales trends, research demand drivers, prepare forecast data, develop statistical forecast models, and evaluate forecast results.

Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience in scheduling, demand planning, or purchasing in a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Proficiency in MRP and MIN/MAX planning systems.
• Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Kanban, Kaizen, POUS).
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, v-lookups) and experience with ERP systems (Mapics XA, SAP, Oracle, etc.).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience managing suppliers from China, Europe, Brazil, and the U.S.
• Background in MRO purchasing is a plus.

Compensation:

• The position offers a competitive base salary ranging from $58,000 to $70,000.
• Eligibility for performance-based bonus incentives.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid time off, holidays, and personal days.
• Employee wellness programs and development opportunities.