Buyer / Planner

The Supply Chain Buyer/ Planner position is a key role within our strategic plan for the SWOP Supply Chain. An enthusiastic self-starter with a strong drive to improve existing processes and systems is highly desired. Excellent organizational skills, ability to balance immediate/long term priorities and exceptional multitasking skills are a necessity. Key objectives will be achieving/improving/exceeding targeted customer service levels, managing inventory levels and targets, and managing supply and demand within the Global Supply Chain. RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Plan and execute procurement of finished goods and raw materials from global contract manufacturers and suppliers Maintain strong working relationships and communications directly with the Global Supply Center, global contract manufacturers and suppliers to confirm production/shipping schedules and monitor open purchase orders for all orders to ensure on-time deliveries Proactively report product and material availability issues Maintain, monitor Master Data; revise essential system planning data to ensure Global shop system is effectively planning future requirements Inventory Management: DOS reporting, inventory parameters, reduction and reserve percentage measurements, revaluation, Product Life Cycle management; Measure related KPI’s Maintain purchase order status and shipment tracking information in Global Shop Solutions. Proactively provide supply status and shipment tracking to North America, Europe and AsiaPac. Supply Chain teams. Coordinate with contract manufacturers and suppliers the required international shipping and commercial documents Participate and contribute to S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) process Coordinate inventory planning and replenishment of raw materials, components, and finished goods Complete special projects and assignments as requested REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain or related field preferred 2-5 years Supply Chain Planning experience Knowledge and understanding of Supply Chain concepts and application Strong analytical, planning and organizational skills Strong interpersonal and communications skills (oral & written) Proficient in Microsoft Office Global Shop software or ERP system experience highly desired Self-starter with ability to work independently under pressure and react quickly to changing priorities Flexible work schedule APICS CPIM/CSCP certification or certification in progress preferable Job Type: Full-time Work Location: In person

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