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Buyer / Planner

Resonant

Oakwood, Georgia

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
APICS Certification, Analysis Skills, Best Practices, Business Plan, Capacity Analysis, Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM), Communication Skills, Contingency Plans, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Policies, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Data Quality, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Industrial Engineering, Interpersonal Skills, Inventory Levels, Inventory Management, Lean Manufacturing, Logistics, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Materials Management, Materials Requirements Planning (MRP), Metrics, Microsoft Excel, Operations Planning, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Pivot Tables, Power BI, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Process Costing, Process Improvement, Procurement Management, Procurement Planning, Product Support, Product/Service Launch, Production Control, Production Planning, Production Schedule, Production Support, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulatory Requirements, Reliability Engineering, Reporting Dashboards, Resource Utilization, SAP, SAP Administration, Sales, Sales & Operations Process (S&OP), Sales Forecasting, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Operations, Systems Administration/Management, Team Player, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Management
LOCATION
Oakwood, Georgia
POSTED
30 days ago

Job Description Summary

The Buyer / Planner is responsible for coordinating production planning and procurement activities to ensure the timely availability of materials and efficient manufacturing operations across US Kitting sites.

This role serves as a critical link between supply chain and production, ensuring that inventory, purchasing, and production plans are aligned with operational goals and customer demand.

How will you make an impact & Requirement

 Key Responsibilities


Production Planning

  • Develop and maintain production schedules based on sales forecasts, inventory levels, and capacity constraints
  • Partner with manufacturing, engineering, and sales teams to align production plans with business priorities
  • Monitor production progress and adjust schedules to address delays, shortages, or demand fluctuations
  • Analyze capacity and resource utilization to optimize workflow and minimize downtime
  • Maintain accurate production plans, work orders, and performance metrics
  • Analyze demand, inventory levels, and lead times to optimize replenishment strategies
  • Collaborate with S&OP and operations teams to anticipate future material and production needs

Purchasing & Supplier Management

  • Execute daily purchasing activities to ensure timely acquisition of raw materials, components, and supplies
  • Source materials and work with vendors to achieve competitive pricing, quality, and lead times
  • Monitor supplier performance and escalate issues related to delivery, quality, or compliance
  • Maintain appropriate inventory levels to balance service levels and carrying costs
  • Ensure purchasing activities align with company policies and regulatory requirements
  • Track supplier KPIs (on-time delivery, lead time, quality) and support performance improvement actions

Inventory & Materials Management

  • Manage inventory to support production needs while minimizing excess and obsolescence
  • Support implementation of materials management best practices such as:
  • MRP (Material Requirements Planning)
  • Reorder point (ROP) strategies
  • Vendor-managed inventory (VMI)
  • ABC analysis

Data Analysis & Reporting

  • Utilize SAP system to manage planning and purchasing activities
  • Analyze key metrics including inventory levels, supplier performance, and production adherence
  • Partner with data and supply chain teams to support dashboards and reporting
  • Provide insights to stakeholders to support data-driven decision making

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner closely with Operations, Planning, Quality, PMO and Logistics teams
  • Support new product introductions, demand changes, and supply transitions
  • Communicate risks related to supply, capacity, or inventory in a timely manner

Continuous Improvement

  • Identify and drive improvements to planning, procurement, and inventory processes
  • Support initiatives to reduce costs, improve supplier reliability, and increase efficiency
  • Contribute to projects that improve supply chain responsiveness and performance
  • Assist in maintaining SAP data accuracy and system effectiveness

Strategic Contribution

  • Support contingency planning to mitigate supply chain disruptions
  • Contribute to cost savings initiatives and process improvements
  • Participate in cross-functional initiatives to enhance supply chain performance
  • Help improve visibility through reporting and analytics

Qualifications

  • Education & Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Industrial Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 3–5 years of experience in production planning, purchasing, or supply chain roles
  • Experience in a manufacturing or operations environment preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Supply Chain & Planning
  • Strong understanding of planning and procurement processes
  • Experience with MRP/ERP systems
  • Knowledge of inventory control and replenishment strategies
  • Analytical Skills
  • Strong data analysis and problem-solving capability
  • Ability to interpret demand, inventory, and performance data
  • Communication & Collaboration
  • Strong interpersonal and cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Ability to effectively communicate with suppliers and internal stakeholders

Technical Skills

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, data analysis)
  • Experience with ERP/MRP systems
  • Familiarity with reporting tools (Power BI or similar a plus)

Preferred Qualifications

  • APICS/CPIM certification
  • Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement
  • Familiarity with ISO standards or regulated environments
  • Exposure to global supply chain operations

We are an equal opportunity employer

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