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Buyer/Planner-Louisville

We are currently seeking an experienced Buyer Planner to join our team in Louisville, Colorado. About us: We are a small, close knit startup company needing additional buyer/planner capacity to ramp up production. This is an excellent opportunity to get in on the ground floor with this line of new products and this new business. We have a hands on environment with lots of opportunity for someone with drive, initiative, and willing to help guide this business thru our growth phase. Job Responsibilities:

• Plans and coordinates the production schedule and inventory in support of customer demand with the required Operations organizations.
• Sets priorities for the facility based on customer demand, and launches work/purchase orders in support of the production plan. Expedites where appropriate.
• Plans and purchases the required materials, components, and MRO purchases in support of the production plan and facility.
• Continually assesses the supply base performance for cost, quality, and delivery metrics and initiates required actions thru constructive relationships with new and existing suppliers.
• Manages and plans required inventory strategies in support of the business plans.
• Manages inbound logistics costs.
• Maintains current and accurate purchasing, BOM and production data in the enterprise software (ERP) to facilitate smooth production and procurement processes.
• Develops and documents written procedures for work processes and keeps current.
• Applies sound inventory management practices to balance working capital needs with customer service levels.
• Interfaces with the various internal customers such as Manufacturing, Shipping/Receiving, Engineering, and Finance to assure optimized costs and rationalize make/buy decisions.
• Special projects as may be assigned.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, or related fields.
• Certification or participation in one or more of the following programs such as APICS, or CPIM, or CSCP preferable.
• 5 years minimum experience in a similar buying and planning role:
• Knowledge and experience using ERP in a manufacturing environment, Epicor experience preferred.
• Knowledge and experience in a machining, fabrication, and assembly environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
• Interpersonal:
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective at influencing others without a direct reporting relationship.
• Strong analytical, planning, and organization skills.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently under pressure and react quickly to changing priorities.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary; commensurate with experience
• Benefits package available

To Apply: Please submit your resume and salary requirements via the "Apply Now" button and you will be routed to our application system. New Users are required to build a profile if you have not already done so, as well as provide information regarding qualifications for the position. You must click "Submit" button to be considered. Equal Opportunity Employer