Buyer / Planner
Situation in organization
The Buyer / Production Planner role is responsible for managing the portfolio of raw materials, packaging, and traded goods required for production of adhesive materials in the plant(s) they support, as well as planning and scheduling production of products within their assigned perimeter. S/he will be responsible for maintaining close relationships with vendors, the DAMPE organization and local production team. This position reports to the Supply Chain Manager or Sr. Buyer/Planner.
Job dimensions
Issues purchase orders for all raw materials, packaging and traded/tolled goods within perimeter
Plans and schedules production of materials within their perimeter, in collaboration with other planners within the plant
Supports objectives of Sr. Buyer and Strategic Sourcing Managers with strategic initiatives and inventory management
Works closely with Supply Chain Manager, Strategic Sourcing, Manufacturing and Logistics
Collaborates with other plant buyers and/or planners to share best practices
Key contributor and valued member of Supply Chain team
Activities
Analyzes material forecasts to determine future purchasing needs; communicates forecasts to suppliers, as required
Converts purchase requisitions to purchase orders, based on MRP requirements and aligned to strategy as defined by Strategic Manager and within Arkema policies.
Works directly with Supply Management to set and manage inventory levels. Supports inventory optimization actions
Coordinates with central purchasing group (i.e. DAMPE) updates to vendor information and pricing
Tracks delivery dates on Purchase Orders and communicate potential delays to planner, sourcing manager, or other interested parties. Work with suppliers to resolve delays impacting production plan
Collaborates with plant logistics to organize inbound deliveries aligned with receiving capabilities. Provides support for receiving personnel
Maintains contacts at suppliers to enable smooth and reactive communication related to delivery, quality, or other needs
Enters supplier complaints within ERP quality module and manages through closure.
Participates in vendor performance evaluation process
Maintains relevant master data in ERP system to allow accurate and timely purchasing and production activities
Maintains daily rituals to review production requirements, create and maintain a production schedule for plant work centers within perimeter. Clears unneeded planned requirements. Collaborates with the other plant planners and manufacturing team to align supply of intermediate material with production plan in other workshops.
Execution of subcontracting workflows for tolled materials, as assigned
Supports Continuous Improvement opportunities and contributes to cost and risk reduction efforts
Participated in SIOP process.
Monitors relevant Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to takes appropriate action to meet targets
Practice Safe work habits in accordance with OSHA, EPA guidelines, and Bostik-specific EHS expectations
Context and environment
A fast paced, high-pressure environment with involvement in a wide variety of functions and activities
Regularly interacting with departments inside and outside of the plant
Heavy use of computer software, both PC based and enterprise system, combined with frequent interpersonal communication
Accountabilities
Order management KPIs (e.g. on-time receipts, PO dates, order quantities, etc.)
Maintaining accurate and relevant product information for buying (e.g. lead times, min. order qty., supplier contacts, etc.)
and planning/scheduling (e.g. min. lot size, lot sizing, replenishment lead time, etc.)
Qualifications / experience required
Bachelor’s degree in related field or Associates degree with 2+ years experience in purchasing and/or planning, CPIM preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Strong computer skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. SAP experience preferred
Well-rounded individual who is comfortable working cross-functionally and influencing without direct authority.
Excellent leadership, organization, planning, problem solving, and communication skills.
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