Associate Planner Buyer or Planner Buyer

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Associate Planner Buyer or Planner Buyer

Position Summary

Execute and coordinate material/service procurement & fulfillment activities. Implement procurement strategies to achieve cost, schedule, and quality goals. Support and align with inventory management, scheduling coordination, supplier performance management, and process improvement objectives. Lead material/service procurement issues resolution, negotiate Supplier/customer disputes, and address performance issues.

Planner Buyer Essential Responsibilities

• PROJECT MANAGEMENT:
  Proficient in end-to-end Supply Chain concepts and processes, from Work Order (WO) reviews through all aspects of procurement processing in ERP.
• BUSINESS PARTNER RELATIONSHIPS:
  Work with BU to ensure early demand visibility of planned projects and communicates sourcing & category strategy. Lead cross-functional teams for specific procurement events. Ensure BU understands risks for materials, equipment, and services supply continuity. Negotiate material delivery strategy, including date and time. Demonstrate basic understanding of use, form, fit, and function of materials. Train BU partners on Supply Chain processes as required.
• MATERIALS & SERVICES COORDINATION:
  Ensure material/service fulfillment requirements are met through Supply Chain processes. Ensure flow of demand to inventory, master agreements, and other purchase transactions are handled correctly. Execute POs accurately and in a timely manner.
• SOURCING STRATEGY & PRACTICE:
  Participate in sourcing strategy development in collaboration with sourcing, BU, and category teams. Ensure adherence to sourcing best practices, policies, and procedures. Drive demand to existing master agreements when possible. Manage materials delivery/pickup for large projects.
• BIDDING/AWARD PROCESS:
  Manage RFX bid packages for regional category buys and small projects, utilizing Category Plan and approved Suppliers as per Sourcing Strategy. Lead bid evaluation, analysis, and supplier selection. Identify spend/savings opportunities with category manager and develop contracts or agreements with key suppliers. Analyze and interpret statistical data.
• CONTRACTING:
  Partner with BU for contract review, analysis, and supplier performance/compliance tracking. Represent company interests during negotiations with suppliers/contractors. Resolve or escalate issues to Category Manager and escalate legal exceptions to General Counsel.
• SUPPLIER/CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS:
  Develop supplier relationships and provide timely response to questions, concerns, and issues. Use reporting tools and analysis for material delivery, disposition, returns, and issue resolution. Monitor supplier activities and collaborate with category manager/customers to improve relationship. May contribute to formal supplier performance meetings and lead continuous improvement efforts.

Associate Planner Buyer Essential Responsibilities

• REQUISITIONS:
  Analyze materials/services requisitions to determine if fulfillment exists or is needed from Sourcing department. Process requisitions in ERP system in alignment with established procedures. Utilize master agreements and ensure material/service fulfillment aligns with category strategy. Receive mentorship and guidance from Planner Buyers and Sr Planner Buyers.
• BIDDING/AWARD PROCESS:
  Develop RFX bid packages for category buys and projects, with mentorship from Planner Buyers or Sr Planner Buyers. Assist with bid evaluation, analysis, and supplier selection. Identify spend/savings opportunities and assist with the development of Purchase Orders and contracts with approved suppliers in line with category strategy. Analyze and interpret statistical data.
• CONTRACTING:
  Partner with Planner Buyer/BU in PO/contract execution, creation, review, analysis, and supplier performance tracking. Represent company interests with suppliers/contractors during terms and…