BuyerPlanner

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Buyer/Planner

Hybrid: Exptected to be onsite 70% - 80%

Work Authorization: candidates must be authorized to work in the US

WHO ARE WE

At Aptar we use insights design engineering and science to create innovative packaging technologies that build brand value for our customers and in turn make a meaningful difference in the lives looks health and homes of people around the world.

Every day Aptar creates a-ha moments for its customers and their consumers and patients by continually bringing innovations to market that convert non-dispensing packaging into breakthrough product-dispensing systems including those that give people more effective ways to put on their favorite fragrance kids the opportunity to pour ketchup without making a mess and patients connected technologies that help them more easily adhere to treatment.

We have manufacturing facilities in North America Europe Asia and South America and over 13000 dedicated employees in 18 different countries.

YOU SHOULD WORK HERE BECAUSE WE

Attract and develop high performing people.
Promote a diverse and inclusive work environment.
Allow for failure by allowing people to make mistakes through an open and trusting environment.
Invest in the development of employees through local regional and global career opportunities.
Contribute to the communities where we reside.

WHATS NEW WITH APTAR

We have an exciting position open in Mukwonago WI:Buyer/Planner

Position Summary

Purchases materials supplies and services at the most favorable terms for the organization and in alignment with regional strategies. Manages the vendor base in support of site-level purchasing activities ensuring alignment with regional strategies. Analyzes demand and production capacities schedules decides on appropriate action plans and takes necessary steps to meet customer commitments. Collaborates with Purchasing Operations Quality and Suppliers on service issues process improvement initiatives and inventory management. Identifies and implements continuous improvements to supply chain processes.

Job Elements & Position Responsibilities

Review purchasing requisitions for necessary approvals convert to purchase orders and issue to vendors
Manage day-to-day purchasing activities to support business operations
Monitor and expedite material availability to meet production schedules and customer requirements
Coordinate creation and updates to purchasing master data
Manage material change requests as needed
Ensure supplier adherence to AptarGroup purchase order terms; negotiate terms when necessary
Develop material forecasts and share with key suppliers
Lead and foster continuous improvement in the purchasing process
Lead and support quality initiatives involving the vendor base
Manage material costs within budget and collaborate with vendors to reduce costs through formal inventory programs (e.g. Kanban Consignment VMI)
Identify opportunity for savings and improved payment terms
Support and adhere to system procedures and company policies
Review demand and apply planning logic to meet customer needs while managing inventory and customer forecast needs
Issue Purchase Orders check acknowledgements and communicate delivery status with necessary departments
Identify VMI/Consignment Opportunities Supportive Selection Criteria
Manage inventory for assigned products to meet service and performance goals
Evaluate production capacity and generate production schedules
Identify qualified source(s) of supply
All other duties as assigned

Additional Job Functions

Generate monthly reports and respond to data requests
Participate in interdisciplinary project teams
Communicate potential supply interruptions due to late deliveries
Attend and contribute to sub-plant and departmental meetings
Support procurement activities for assigned categories and vendors
Serve as backup to department personnel as needed

Required Qualifications/Experience/Skills

Bachelors degree in supply chain management Business Administration or Operations Management or a minimum of eight years of equivalent experience in a buyer/planner role
35 years of material planning inventory control or production scheduling in a manufacturing environment
SAP experience preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Strong analytical skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Excel

WHAT WE OFFER

An exciting diverse and value based working environment.
Award-winning corporate university offering personal development and training opportunities.
Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus plan.
Contribute to the communitieswhere we reside.

An outstanding benefits package which includes 401(k) retirement savings plan vacation medical dental vision maternity/paternity leave life insurance for you and optional for your dependents LTD STDflex spending pet care auto & home critical illness and a wellness program.

BE YOU. BE APTAR.

Aptar is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our success. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age sex disability sexual orientation race religion or belief.

Nearest Major Market:Milwaukee
Nearest Secondary Market:Chicago

Buyer/PlannerHybrid: Exptected to be onsite 70% - 80%Work Authorization: candidates must be authorized to work in the USWHO ARE WEAt Aptar we use insights design engineering and science to create innovative packaging technologies that build brand value for our customers and in turn make a meaningful...