Raw Material Buyer Planner
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Job Location:
Mill Hall, PA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Department:
Job Summary
The Raw Material Planner reports to the Master Production Scheduler and drives the strategic execution of raw material procurement inventory optimization and supply chain efficiency. This role is a critical link between demand signals and production readiness ensuring seamless material flow for the site.
Key Responsibilities
Material Planning & Procurement
Execute daily planning and ordering for all chemical raw materials.
Analyze usage patterns to adjust procurement in response to demand fluctuations.
Standardize and automate daily planning workflows to increase operational efficiency.
Inventory & Quality Management
Manage site inventory levels to balance service goals with working capital targets.
Lead site-wide initiatives including cycle counts loss reduction and SLOB (Slow Moving/Obsolete) mitigation.
Facilitate Vendor Management processes including forecasting and Supply Corrective Actions.
Process Improvement & Integration
Utilize Lean/Enterprise Lean Sigma (ELS) tools to identify root causes and improve system performance.
Support New Product Introductions (NPI) and material transitions.
Resolve cross-functional invoice exceptions by partnering with Finance AP and Logistics.
Qualifications :
Experience: Relevant Bachelors degree 2 years of related experience OR 5 years of professional experience in scheduling planning Supply Chain Materials Management or Logistics required.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in ERP systems (Oracle and/or SAP preferred) Google tools and Microsoft Office; demonstrated expertise in material control and data visualization.
Problem Solving & Improvement: Ability to lead change and use Enterprise Lean Sigma (ELS) or A3 Thinking to identify root causes; familiar with process documentation and continuous improvement.
Execution & Focus: High customer focus with the ability to proactively identify needs take ownership of issues and interface with cross-functional teams to execute requirements.
Certification: APICS certification (CPIM/CSCP) highly preferred.
Additional Information :
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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About Company
Avery Dennison is a materials science and manufacturing company specialized in the design and manufacture of a wide variety of labeling and functional materials. Our expertise and global scale enable us to deliver innovative, sustainable and intelligent solutions to customers all over ... View more
