Planner Buyer Lead

Planner Buyer Lead

Fluke Corporation (a subsidiary of Fortive Corporation)

Location: Everett, WA

As a Planner Buyer Lead, you’ll support the Materials Manager and lead efforts to optimize planning and procurement processes. You’ll play a key role in ensuring production continuity, mentoring others, and shaping best practices in materials planning and procurement. This high‑impact role offers opportunities to lead initiatives, collaborate cross‑functionally, and grow your career in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

• Develop and maintain mid‑to‑long‑term material plans aligned with production goals
• Analyze demand trends and supply risks to proactively address potential disruptions

• Lead root‑cause analysis and corrective actions for part shortages
• Partner with suppliers and internal teams to expedite critical components and maintain production flow

• Train and guide buyers and planners on tools (Oracle, Intuiflow, KBB, Power
  
  BI) and best practices
• Serve as a subject‑matter expert and resource for less experienced colleagues

• Apply Lean principles and Fortive Business System (FBS) tools to identify and close process gaps
• Contribute to cross‑functional projects that enhance supply chain resilience and efficiency

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in planning and procurement within a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems and material planning processes
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities

• Experience with Oracle, Intuiflow, KBB, and PowerBI
• Familiarity with Lean principles and FBS tools
• Proven ability to lead small projects and influence process improvements

Salary range: 71,100.00 –  (local currency)

Fluke and Fortive are equal‑opportunity employers. We encourage diversity and accept applications from all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law. Fluke is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For assistance, contact