Oakley - Production Planner Buyer

Position: Full-Time

Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information

If you've worn a pair of glasses, we've already met.

We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions, iconic brands that consumers love such as Ray‑Ban, Oakley, Persol and Oliver Peoples, as well as a network that offers consumers high‑quality vision care and best‑in‑class shopping experiences such as Sunglass Hut, Lens Crafters, and Target Optical, and leading e‑commerce platforms.

Our unique business model and relentless pursuit of operational excellence ensures that consumers everywhere have access to products. Balancing speed, efficiency and proximity, the Company manages a global supply chain with cutting‑edge technology, based on centralization for frames and on a capillary network for lens finishing and prescription laboratories. In our dynamic environment, fueled by technology and innovation, our people have the space to pioneer new solutions.

Oakley is part of Essilor Luxottica. Building on our legacy of innovative, market‑leading optical technology, we manufacture and distribute high performance sunglasses, prescription lenses and frames, goggles, apparel, footwear, and accessories. Every day at Oakley is a chance to grow, go further and achieve more.

Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. Discover more by following us on Linked In!

The Production Buyer Planner owns and drives new product introductions within the optical supply chain. Interacts with internal partners including marketing, engineering and manufacturing to understand material and demand requirements. Works with external vendors to ensure the best value, highest quality and timely delivery for optimal inventory levels in support of production plans.

• Plans and procures material requirements for various eyewear categories.
• Manages suppliers to meet completion dates according to sales forecasts or customer orders.
• Manages optimal inventory levels while maximizing production plan feasibility.
• Reviews and processes MRP suggestions.
• Creates purchase orders to support MRP.
• Works with NPI planning and engineers on new releases to ensure material coverage of launch dates.
• Expedites supplier orders that delay schedules and alters schedules to meet unforeseen conditions.
• Develops partnership with local and overseas suppliers.
• Prepares procurement reports.
• Takes active part on lean activities with suppliers when applicable (Consignment Inventory, Kanban Inventory).

• MRP knowledge
• 3+ years purchasing and/or planning experience
• 3+ years' experience in manufacturing
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Experience with SAP MM, PP and BW
• Effective skills in financial, market, and supplier analysis
• Factual and data driven decision maker
• Strong analytical background with a proven ability to define and create total cost of ownership models
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Software applications such as Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Word

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain or relevant field
• 3+ years' experience in manufacturing in sourcing, procurement, logistics or inventory management with proven track record of improvement
• APICS CPIM and/or CPM certified

Pay Range: $62,016.43 - $87,386.20

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our business. Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first‑class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time…