Buyer/Planner - Chesterfield, United States - Mark Andy

Description

Mark Andy is looking for a Buyer/Planner to join our team The Buyer/Planner is responsible for negotiating, procuring, and expediting purchased parts and materials in support of the company's Master Production Schedule and inventory objectives.

Qualifications/Skills Required

• Review planned order requirements or Kanban replenishment signals for assigned purchased components and place purchase orders with suppliers.
• Process purchase requisitions to procure required components or materials.
• Monitor and react to system database to reschedule messages and or cancel messages in a timely manner.
• Monitor inventory levels of assigned components. Adjust ordering methods to assure appropriate level of material flow.
• Expeditiously respond to requests for status of purchase orders, or short lead time requests supporting Aftermarket or production needs.
• Negotiate and implement cost containment and reduction opportunities.
• Recommend to manufacturing and engineering, process improvement ideas developed internally or jointly with suppliers.
• Analyze the requirements of materials, including preliminary specifications, preferred supplier, and the date material is needed.
• Solicit and evaluate proposals for requested materials.
• Investigate and/or interview potential suppliers to determine if they meet the specified requirements.
• Assure materials are delivered on schedule, at the negotiated price, and meet the quality standards of the company.
• Maintain timely controls of orders, amendments, shipping notices, and other documents to assure accurate retention of records.
• Coordinate appropriate methods needed to distribute commodities in a cost-effective manner.
• Evaluate near misses and accidents and implement necessary policies to eliminate risk.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Must have a hands-on in-depth knowledge of inventory management.
• Excellent communication skills, presentation and writing skills.
• Proficient skills in Microsoft Office.
• Proven ability to negotiate.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent follow-up and problems solving skills.

Education Required

• Bachelor's degree and/or 3+ years of purchasing experience in a lean manufacturing environment.
• Oracle manufacturing software (version or higher) preferred but not required.
• Manufacturing work experience; lean and continuous improvement methodologies experience a plus.
• APICS or CPM certification desirable.

Physical Demands

• Climate controlled office environment, no physical discomfort due to temperature, dust, noise and the like. May have limited exposure to manufacturing areas that require the usage of PPE.
• Frequently required to sit. Occasional walking, standing, stooping, and kneeling. Frequently life up to 10 pounds, occasionally life or move up to 25 pounds.

Other Duties

Job description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time.

Benefits

• Earned wage access (on-demand pay) available through ZayZoon
• Climate Controlled Plant Environment
• Competitive wages
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous paid time off program
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• 401k plan with company match
• Valuable employee discounts on cell phone plans, electronics and cars
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance

About Mark Andy Inc.

Mark Andy Inc. is the Total Solutions Partner to the printing industry with a mission to be 'the supplier of choice with high quality innovative solutions that drive customer profitability.' The company responds to business needs by offering the broadest portfolio of equipment, the largest consumables distribution and now the most robust service infrastructure to better support printers and converters around the world. Mark Andy is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, USA, with sales and distribution offices worldwide. For more information, visit

Mark Andy Inc. is an equal employment employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other factor, which is prohibited by applicable law.

Mark Andy Inc. is an equal employment employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other factor which is prohibited by applicable law.