Material Buyer and Planner (Onsite)

Every day we get opportunities to make a positive impact on our colleagues partners customers and society. Together were pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas including energy food water and shipping.

As we push forward the innovative open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So as we shape a more resourceful less wasteful world we build our careers too.

About the job

The Material Buyer and Planner end to end material flow converts production schedules into timely purchase orders and adapts plans as demand and lead times shift preventing bottlenecks and safeguarding on time delivery.

Based upon the Alfa Laval sourcing objectives commodity strategy and initiatives from the Handshake Process execute and develop the Optimal Supplier Base solution regarding Safety Quality Delivery Cost on the goods/services to be delivered to specified sites in line with Alfa Laval Purchasing Process.

This is an onsite position located in Greenwood IN.

Responsibilities include:

• Manage suppliers to ensure quality on time delivery and responsive issue resolution.
• Focus and follow up on daily results related to the three defined shared goals for purchasing (quality delivery cost).
• Develop and maintain material requirements plans based on forecasts production schedules and usage trends.
• Convert production needs into accurate purchase requisitions and purchase orders.
• Adjust material plans as demand lead times or production priorities shift.
• Track purchase orders pricing quantities and delivery accuracy.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels while minimizing risk of obsolescence.
• Monitor safety stock reorder points and lead times adjusting as needed.
• Ensure accurate compliant documentation in enterprise planning systems.
• Build strong partnerships across Production Quality Warehousing and Finance.
• Track performance and drive corrective actions where needed.
• Balance service and cost through smart inventory strategies tackle slow moving or obsolete stock and maintain accurate records in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems.

At Alfa Laval we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. While we typically welcome applicants from all locations for this particular role we are prioritizing candidates who are currently residing in USA or have an established presence in the area.

What you know:

• Bachelors degree required.
• Preferred field of study: Supply Chain Management Logistics Operations or a related discipline.
• At least 3 years of experience in material planning purchasing or supply chain functions a 1 year within a manufacturing environment (preferred).
• Excellent time management project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize projects and independently manage workload.
• Attention to detail.
• Experience working with Microsoft products including Microsoft Excel Outlook and more experience.
• ERP expertise preferred.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills including the ability to use various remote tools for business.
• Strong negotiation analytical and communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

Whats in it for you

At Alfa Laval we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job background skills and experience to get it right. The base salary for this role is typically $65000.00 to $75000.00.

Alfa Laval is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications merit or business need without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status.

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