Planner/Buyer
$75,000–$85,000 year
HybridSomerville, New Jersey, United States
Job Summary
Forecast demand, plan raw material requirements, and manage production schedules for internal manufacturing and external suppliers. Generate purchase orders, track status, and review back orders to disseminate delivery updates. Monitor and enter transfers and production orders in Acumatica while coordinating components supply. Create, maintain, and adjust production schedules with internal and external assemblers. Act as liaison between manufacturing plants, Engineering, and QC to troubleshoot production or quality issues immediately. Monitor and correct inventory errors as necessary. This hybrid role is based out of Specified Technologies Inc.'s Corporate Headquarters in Somerville, New Jersey, with an expectation of three days per week in the office.
Required Qualifications
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field
- 3–5 years of experience in planning, purchasing, or supply chain roles within a manufacturing environment
- Proficiency in ERP systems, Microsoft Excel, and reporting tools
- Strong understanding of production planning, purchasing, inventory control, and supply chain operations
- Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent communication and vendor relationship management skills
- Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities with the drive to learn and bring innovation to the table
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively with a degree of flexibility
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and not require sponsorship now or in the future
Desired Qualifications
- Experience using Acumatica ERP
- APICS/CPIM certification
- Experience in manufacturing, industrial products, construction materials, or related industries
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
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