LayerZero Power Systems · 1 month ago
Buyer/Planner
Aurora,OH,US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expLayerZero Power Systems Inc. is a globally recognized leader in providing state-of-the-art power distribution solutions for critical industries. The Buyer/Planner will be responsible for the procurement and negotiations of materials, ensuring timely deliveries and maintaining vendor relationships while managing supply chain operations.
Consumer GoodsElectronicsIndustrial ManufacturingMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Purchases parts, equipment, and materials by preparing request for quotations and submitting purchase orders with approved suppliers
Issues purchase orders and agreements that accurately reflect price, schedule, terms, and conditions as negotiated with suppliers
Works with Manufacturing and Process personnel to plan, schedule and manage rough cut production capacity load to ensure maximum on-time delivery
Responsible for maintenance and accuracy of open purchase orders, quotes and work orders
Maintains accurate lead times for assigned commodities
Monitors and evaluates production performance to plan and supplier performance
Advises appropriate personnel of production issues or impending supplier failures that may delay production or delivery
Resolves shipment quality discrepancies by mediating supplier/manufacturing issues
Facilitates the resolution of issues by arranging and participating in conferences between suppliers and company personnel
Maintains a variety of schedules, records, and reports pertaining to the tracking of materials through the production cycle and availability of production resources
Negotiates and settles damage claims, rejections, losses, return of materials, over-shipments, cancellations and engineering changes with suppliers
Assists in executing system transactions needed to support the receipt, storage and transferring of material
Responsible for inventory levels
Generates tracking reports and performs data entry as required
Participates in continuous improvement activities and provides suggestions for cost reduction and efficiency improvements
Participates in supplier site visits and evaluates them as to production capability, performance, delivery, and other key business criteria
Qualification
Required
3–5+ years of experience in buying, planning, or supply chain management, preferably in a manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of fabricated metals and coatings processes is highly desirable
Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel
Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills
Strong problem-solving abilities, detail orientation, and ability to manage competing priorities
Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Business, Operations Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Preferred
APICS/ISM certification (CPIM, CSCP, CPSM) a plus
Benefits
100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision
401(k) with company match
3 weeks PTO, 8 paid holidays, and 2 floating holidays
Company
LayerZero Power Systems
LayerZero Power Systems Designs and Manufactures LayerZero® Products: Static Transfer Switches, Power Distribution Units, and Power Panels.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-06-30Acquired
Leadership Team
James Galm
Vice President, Chief Technical Officer
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