The Recruiting Pros · 2 months ago
Buyer\-Planner
Houston, Texas, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expThe Recruiting Pros is seeking a Buyer/Planner to manage procurement strategy, material planning, and inventory management for a global manufacturer in Houston. The role involves collaborating with various teams to ensure optimal inventory levels and timely delivery of materials while identifying continuous improvement opportunities in purchasing and planning processes.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure the timely delivery of materials and resolve any supply chain issues
Negotiate pricing and lead times with suppliers to support cost savings and performance improvement
Monitor inventory and demand signals, proactively addressing material shortages, delays, or excess stock situations
Issue and manage the placement and follow-through of purchase orders to ensure timely delivery
Manage the cost-effective delivery of materials
Work with supplier transportation partners, logistics, internal teams, and other providers to move product in the most cost-effective manner
Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation
Collaborate with sales, procurement, and logistics teams to ensure optimal inventory levels that meet customer demand and production schedules
Review material shortages and adjust planning parameters (ex: lead times, safety stock) to ensure product availability and uninterrupted flow of product
Communicate planning changes across internal teams to align purchasing, productions, and fulfillment activities
Qualification
Required
3+ years in a Buyer/Planner or similar role in a manufacturing and/or distribution environment, required
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Suite, primarily Word and Excel
Strong understanding of end-to-end procurement workflows and demand/supply planning processes
Proficiency in analyzing demand trends, supplier performance, and inventory data
Strong negotiation skills to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes with suppliers
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams and suppliers
Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to managing supply chain disruptions
Organizational ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field preferred
Hands-on, working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems; D365 strongly preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits
Company
The Recruiting Pros
With 20+ years of experience in the recruiting industry, we've placed 1000’s of candidates at 100's of companies, partnering with the most recognized corporations in the world.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Karen Risse, CSP
Managing Partner
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