Associate Production Planner - Buyer

This position schedules activities of production departments and purchases materials for the product or groups of products to which assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Purchase materials required to support the forecast.

· Handle supplier correspondence regarding prices, delivery dates, changes in quantities and delivery issues. Update system and report changes to the interested parties in a timely manner as required.

· Issue requests for quotes/proposals (RFQ/RFP) and select best source consistent with cost, quality and delivery requirements.

· Maintain appropriate inventory levels consistent with inventory goals set by management.

· Improve product cost/profitability by reducing total acquisition cost.

· Plans and manages the daily production schedules to meet customer delivery requirements and best utilize the company’s production capacity.

· Manages inventory levels by scheduling shop activities and purchasing materials from outside suppliers to meet production schedules.

· Owns the data input and integrity of this data in the manufacturing system for completed work orders and related component items.

· Interfaces with manufacturing personnel, the purchasing department and supervisors on material status and production planning issues.

· Reviews master production schedule and work orders.

· Establishes priorities for specific customer orders.

· Attend core team meetings and provide status on production schedule, material availability and lead times.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· High School Diploma or equivalent.

· Associate Degree in Business or Computer Science, preferred.

· Prior work experience in production planning or purchasing (buying) .

· Knowledge of SAP helpful.

· Microsoft Office skills.

· Good oral and written communication skills.

Accountability:

· Purchase materials and supplies.

· Execute Planning and Scheduling Process.

· Expedite deliveries when needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

· Required to sit, stand, bend and walk regularly; lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

· Visual and auditory ability sufficient for written and verbal communication.

· The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. ,

Salary Range: $43,000.00 - $56,000.00 per year

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $43,000.00 - $56,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Purchasing: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Aurora, IL 60504 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $43,000 - $56,000