Materials Planner​/Buyer

Position: Materials Planner / Buyer

Perform duties required to schedule material delivery for a wide variety of both domestic and international items, supplies and services of a general, technical, and specialized nature for multi-location delivery and use.

• Assure stocking levels are maintained while meeting inventory dollar metrics.
• Monitor and control specifically assigned purchased materials inventory accounts to previously established inventory level limits, reviewing levels and adjusting to demand to ensure the most productive inventory turns.
• Place purchase orders with established suppliers working from approved vendor listing as directed through MRP.
• Record and report price, quantity, delivery date and other relevant data in MRP computer-based system.
• Review inventory level records for all assigned items and user locations to arrange purchase and delivery schedules including voyages.
• Plan and schedule miscellaneous items and expedite inventory and delivery schedules for production.
• Review overdue delivery records and late order stock status reports to expedite late pull-ins and back ordered items as required.
• Participate with production and other operating personnel in devising substitutions or other special and emergency arrangements.
• Coordinate with Engineering newly approved PPAP items for delivery
• Review assigned item files to assure complete and up-to-date records on prices, established standard order quantities and reorder points.
• Participate with various other department managers (Advertising, Marketing, Sales, Materials Management, Engineering, etc.) on special projects
• Monitor and maintain all written communications with vendors and agents.
• Coordinate with accounting department on all invoicing related discrepancies.
• Maintain all import documentation to assure each shipment can be monitored from point of order through customs clearance and delivery in-house.
• Assure that all NAFTA policies and procedures are being followed and documented.
• Complete acknowledgment reports for sales orders (daily).
• Analyze and correct monthly cost report from accounting for root causes on variances.
• Other related duties as required.

Position Qualification Requirements Education

Associates degree with Bachelors preferred in Business, Engineering, Marketing, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Requires a knowledge of materials planning/purchasing principles and associated business administration activities.

Experience

Must have a minimum of three years’ experience in a similar position.

Skills + Knowledge

Must have excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. Must be able to collaborate and work well in a team environment. Must possess ability to learn product information. Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office with intermediate to advanced Excel) is required.

Physical Activities + Demands

Normal office environment which requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, and see. May involve the ability to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects of up to 15 to 20 pounds, infrequently.

Travel

By exception.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

Hager Companies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Hager Companies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

We offer an excellent benefits package and competitive salary. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life, employer-paid short-term disability, and other ancillary benefits. Hager offers PTO, company paid holidays, 401(k), and an incentive bonus plan.

"I was recently invited to tour Hager's manufacturing and distribution facilities in Montgomery, Alabama. I was impressed with the pro-people business approach that comes from the top down which, in this case, is, commendably, the Hager Family."-Joe

Calvert"The American ingenuity and skilled labor stills exist m the Moment I walked in the door, I felt like part of the Hager Family and tradition. I am throughly impressef with the entire organization, the employees, and the making of hinges."-Alan Fambrough" The team here is amazing. Everyday I am in awe of their hard work, dedication and passion as we meet challenges with new marketing endeavors.

I am so grateful for the support of my supervisor and leadership surrounding me. I continue to learn from so many amazing, talented people here." #J-18808-Ljbffr