Buyer and Planner

Job Summary:

The Buyer/Planner is responsible for plans and procures goods to support the continuous flow and delivery of products to the customer at the highest quality and lowest total cost.

Responsibilities:

• For assigned portfolio of items, optimize inventory level across multiple distribution centres and achieve customer on time delivery goals.
• Issue purchase orders and work orders in support of distribution plans and customer requirements. Work directly with assigned suppliers to obtain delivery and availability information.
• Review site-level demand forecasts by SKU and work with forecast analyst to ensure forecast accuracy.
• Maintain accurate system data, such as bills of material, purchase costs, lead times, etc.
• Resolve supplier invoice discrepancies and coordinate disposition of non-conforming material.

Candidate Attributes:

• Teamwork- Work efficiently with others on work projects or towards a common goal. Promote and participate in a positive team environment.
• Communication - Ability to determine where differing degrees of communication are required, and priorities are understood.
• Organization - Able to plan carefully and keep items in order to focus on tasks to be more efficient in the workplace.
• Time management - Planning, decision making, prioritization, goal setting.
• Ability to listen - Taking the time to listen and as necessary, filter most valuable content.
• Ability to adapt - Priorities can change and ability to adapt to changing circumstances can dictate success.

Education, Experience & Qualifications:

• Three years professional experience in materials planning, procurement, demand planning or appropriate experience within Supply Technologies.
• Experience with ERP systems and proficient with Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in a distribution environment a plus.
• Have a thorough knowledge of material planning and inventory management.
• Demonstrate attention to detail, be able to prioritize multiple tasks, easily adapt to changing situations, and work well under pressure.
• Have strong interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work in teams with members from various disciplines.

Job Type: Full-time

Our Values:

Do The Right Thing and we will succeed: We insist on honest and ethical behaviour; We treat others respectfully; Our actions are underlined with high integrity; We partner with others who hold these same values.

Go One Better to achieve greatness: We strive to do our best every day; We are curious and seek alternative viewpoints; We value innovation to deliver long-term success; We will not accept the status quo and tirelessly seek to improve.

Customer First balanced with Company results: We serve our customers with a sense of urgency; We strive to anticipate our customer’s needs; We work with our customers to ensure we are providing them the best solutions they value; We help to deliver the long-term success of our company.

WE DO what we say: We seek clarity and understanding; We follow through on our commitments; We respectfully challenge and collaborate to achieve mutual success; Once we agree, we move forward and make no excuses.

Together we win: We respect and value each other’s thoughts and opinions; We make the time to develop meaningful relationships; We seek new opportunities to continuously learn: We never miss an opportunity to bring out the best in others.

Make a career at SUPPLY TECHNOLOGIES:

• Career Development: Success starts from within, and we have several paths from which you can choose to enhance your career evolution.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties described may be changed or reassigned at the discretion of management, and the employee may be required to perform duties that are not listed in the job description.

Supply Technologies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.