Entry Level Buyer​/Planner

Davis Tool is looking for an Entry Level Buyer / Planner for our leadership pipeline who wants to be challenged and perform hands on work including strategic sourcing, manufacturing and engineering support, day to day quoting and buying of materials and services, purchasing contracts and supplier management. This is an entry level position.

• Strategically source materials and negotiate supplier contracts, as appropriate.
• Manage suppliers and the inbound supply chain performance.
• Negotiate pricing and other terms of purchase.
• Quote and procure materials and services at the lowest cost consistent with consideration of quality, reliability of source and urgency of need. Ensure the timely receipt of materials.
• Coordinate purchasing activities with manufacturing and engineering to maintain inventory at planned levels. Interface with accounting and receiving to resolve problems.
• Work with engineering to identify new suppliers. Request quotes, analyze proposals, negotiate prices and delivery, issue and/or adjust purchase orders in a timely manner. Follow-up on orders, verify delivery, and maintain necessary records.

• BA or BS in Supply Chain, Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or a related field is preferred. Candidates with relevant hands‑on experience in purchasing, planning, supply chain, or manufacturing are also encouraged to apply.
• Proficient in using Spread Sheets, Word Processing, and E‑mail software.
• Proficient or familiar with planning / scheduling using MRP systems. APICS training is desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Salary: DOE

• Medical
• Dental
• Life and ADD
• 401k with Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Holidays
• PTO

Davis Tool, Inc. is a Drug‑free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. Drug Screen Required.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

This employer participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.