Senior Staff Material Buyer/Planner

Senior Staff Material Buyer/Planner

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related technical field – or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years of experience in material purchasing/planning preferably in a robotics or high-tech environment.
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing based business
• Proven experience with MPR/ERP systems and understanding of planning and purchasing functions.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Experience working with contract manufacturers and sub-tier suppliers.
• Understanding of Lean principles and experience in an ISO 9001 or similar quality management environment.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis tools and software (e.g., Excel/ Google Sheets, MRP/ERP systems, Tableau, Power BI).
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication skills with a ‘team first’ mentality and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely execution of Purchase Orders and all related activities (e.g., due date management, receiving issue resolution, quantity/revision updates).
• Review forecasts and production plans and generate/manage purchase orders to ensure a consistent and adequate supply of materials.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain Managers to input purchase requisitions to sustain continuous production.
• Track changes in business needs and adjust order quantities to accommodate business fluctuations.
• Work closely with Supplier Quality Engineers and Supply Chain Managers to ensure materials are sourced from approved suppliers, meet specifications, and adhere to quality standards.
• Schedule and track the supply and delivery of materials to ensure timely delivery, preparing regular reports on order statuses and supplier performance.
• Conduct ad-hoc data analysis to support procurement decisions and optimize material planning.
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and procurement process documentation.
• Recommend and implement cost-saving opportunities and process improvements across the supply chain.
• Maintain and update analytical tools and reporting dashboards to track performance metrics and KPIs.
• Participate in design reviews, supplier meetings, and cross-functional planning sessions.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external suppliers to resolve issues and ensure alignment with production needs.
• Provide feedback on supplier performance and work on continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support the management of Last Time Buy components, including allocation and sale to contract manufacturers.

Preferred Qualifications

No preferred qualifications provided.