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System One Buyer / Planner in Lakewood, New Jersey
Buyer / Planner
Job Information:
Location: Lakewood, NJ
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Contract-to-permanent Opportunity
Buyer / Planner Job Duties:
Manage the procurement and replenishment of the inventory that is needed for production requirements.
Responsible for the timely planning and scheduling of purchase orders, while managing immediate and long-term priorities to achieve or exceed targeted in-stock and inventory levels.
Use various tools, specifically ERP to ensure appropriate purchasing level and inventory levels are maintained.
Accountable for ensuring that all assigned suppliers are given clear, concise direction with respect to item(s), quantity, and due date.
Communicate with suppliers on issues that need actions (expediting purchase orders, purchase order postponement, quantity changes, etc.)
Ensure ERP standard pricing is accurate and up to date prior to placing purchase order with any suppliers.
Proactively work with supplier to monitor changes in lead-time, update the ERP system accordingly and effectively communicate changes to Production and Customer Service.
Handle all tactical purchasing responsibilities associated with internal/external supply chain partners to maintain a high level of service.
Collaborate cross-functionally to achieve all business goals – including PPV and inventory targets.
Using ERP, review Part Shortage(s) and Expedite reports for Production and Sales requirements.
Coordinate reworks and return requirements to the supplier.
Present and discuss activities and actions within the Supply Chain at the daily production stand-up.
Buyer / Planner Job Requirements:
3+ years’ experience purchasing raw materials in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
In-depth understanding of MRP concepts including bills of material.
Must be “hands on” with strong problem-solving acumen.
Strong analytical skills with attention to details.
Experience with MS office, and Excel.
Strong, multitasking and organization skills.
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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.