Buyer Planner

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We're looking for a proactive DCC Buyer/Expediter to ensure materials arrive on time and production stays on schedule. In this hands‑on, onsite role, you'll partner with suppliers, production, and purchasing to support material flow in a fast‑paced, high‑growth manufacturing environment.

• Generate, place, maintain, monitor, and expedite purchase orders for production materials, MRO, indirect purchases, and departmental requisitions using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
• Track purchase orders, shipping status, ETAs, and supplier commitments to ensure on‑time delivery.
• Research suppliers, pricing, and sourcing options to support cost‑effective purchasing decisions.
• Serve as the primary onsite contact for supplier deliveries, receiving issues, and production‑related supply concerns.
• Manage vendor‑managed inventory (VMI) programs, including consumables and hardware replenishment.
• Partner with Production, Sales, Purchasing, and suppliers to resolve supply chain issues and maintain inventory levels.
• Purchase finished goods based on MRP requirements and customer demand.
• Maintain accurate purchasing data and monitor inventory, open purchase orders, stock shortages, overstock, and partial receipts.
• Analyze purchasing reports, ensure compliance with company policies, and build strong supplier relationships.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and perform other duties as assigned.

• 2+ years of purchasing, buying, or expediting experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment preferred. Internal candidates and those eager to grow are encouraged to apply.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel) and Microsoft Dynamics or similar ERP systems preferred.
• Knowledge of purchasing, expediting, and MRP processes.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Detail‑oriented with excellent communication, follow‑through, and relationship‑building skills.
• Self‑starter with a strong sense of urgency who thrives in a fast‑paced environment.

• Fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Requires standing, walking, and lifting for extended periods.
• May involve exposure to noise and varying temperatures.
• Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.

We value Integrity, Trust, Creativity & Courage, Teamwork, and Excellence while fostering a collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement, accountability, and respect

Attendance on a regular, consistent basis is mandatory.

If you need a reasonable accommodation under the ADA or other state or federal law to perform the essential job functions as listed above, you may request an accommodation in the interview process.

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Shift Days

Position Buyer Planner

Division Steel & O'Brien Manufacturing

Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt

Location Cincinnati DCC

This position is currently accepting applications.