Brooks Automation · 3 days ago
Buyer / Planner (Contract Role)
Chelmsford MA
Full-time, Contract
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expBrooks Automation is a leading provider of automation solutions in the semiconductor industry. They are seeking a Buyer / Planner to coordinate purchasing activities, manage inventory planning, and ensure timely acquisition of materials while maintaining supplier relationships.
ElectronicsIndustrialLife ScienceManufacturingSemiconductorSoftware
Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day inventory planning for respective products
Process Oracle MRP output, processing Planned Orders in a timely manner to support demand
Track work order shortages and expedite materials
Reschedule and expedite production and service material PO’s to meet customer delivery goals
Follow up on purchase orders, quotes for production material; prepare summary and price comparison documentation. Place purchase orders as needed for assigned commodities and suppliers
Experience / background in consignment inventory management at vendor locations
Initiate and follow through on any supplier date changes and work through appropriate channels to resolve issues and get material delivered on time
Assist and facilitate the prompt disposition of non-conforming materials from assigned commodities
Communicate supplier performance, particularly On Time Delivery and Quality, including supplier visits as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
Demonstrated skills and experience in purchasing, scheduling, material requirements planning, inventory management, risk management, supplier relationship management and manufacturing resource planning
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Preferred
APICS CPIM and/or CPP Certification is preferred
Oracle EBS and/or Oracle Cloud experience is preferred
Previous experience in a high technology manufacturing environment managing a wide range of mechanical commodity areas and related suppliers is preferred
Understanding and working knowledge of Lean principles and Kanban utilization is preferred
Company
Brooks Automation
Brooks Automation provides automation, vacuum, and instrumentation solutions to the worldwide semiconductor manufacturing industry.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2005-06-01Acquired
1995-02-10IPO
Leadership Team
David Jarzynka
Chief Executive Officer
William T. Montone
SVP, HR
Recent News
2025-09-17
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