PRIMARY FOCUS The Buyer is responsible for maintaining purchased inventory levels, at budget costs, by coordinating inventory movements throughout the LPC plant, supplier and 3PL network. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The responsibilities for this position are provided at the highest level within the region and include, but not limited to, the following. Purchasing & Material Planning · Purchase materials for the DeForest plant using production planning, sales forecasts, and MRP software. · Create, review, submit, and track vendor purchase orders and inter-plant inventory transfers. · Balance vendor stocking program levels based on MRP output and work with vendors to ensure compliance with agreements and lead-time accuracy. · Support Operations with the purchase of MRO and maintenance items. Inventory Management & Control · Plan and monitor cycle counts and develop continuous improvement plans to increase inventory accuracy. · Investigate and identify root causes of inventory inaccuracies and stockouts. · Maintain accurate master data through ERP/MRP systems and Excel-based BI reports. · Provide continuous improvement strategies and methods to support material flow and inventory control throughout Operations. Vendor Management & Invoice Reconciliation · Complete daily reconciliation of vendor invoices through ERP software. · Report and track material defects, outstanding and overdue deliveries, warranty claims, and transportation damage. · Maintain vendor scorecards and regularly review results with vendors to identify opportunities for continuous improvement. Packaging & Master Data · Coordinate new packaging testing with Production, Sales, and Marketing. · Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of Bills of Materials (BOMs) and associated master data. Reporting, Documentation & Process Improvement · Prepare reports and statistics related to purchasing functions. · Create and maintain training documents, work instructions, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). · Identify and support continuous improvement opportunities within purchasing, inventory control, and material flow processes. Cross-Functional & Facility Support · Cross-train to provide backup support for buyer functions at the Nisku and Vanco facilities. · Assist with other general projects, meetings, and operational needs as assigned. LPC VALUES & CULTURE · Champion Company Values: As part of the LPC team, this position is expected to embody the company values in their day-to-day responsibilities. · Collaboration : Work cross-functionally with other teams to achieve shared goals. Support a positive team environment by sharing knowledge and helping others succeed. · Communication : Communicate clearly and honestly, setting realistic expectations and delivering on them. Be approachable and authentic in your communication style. REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS Direct Report(s): · N/A Internal Relationships: · Operations · Production Planning / Scheduling · Shipping and Receiving · Supply Chain · Maintenance · Finance · Quality External Relationships: · Vendors and Suppliers · Transportation and Freight Providers DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE · Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field. · 2-5 years of progressive experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, inventory management, or a related field. · SCMP, PMM, CPP, APICS, or other relevant supply chain/procurement certification is considered an asset. · Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to analyze and organize purchasing and inventory data. · Experience working with ERP, MRP, and/or production planning systems. · Strong analytical and problem-solving skill…