PlannerBuyer

Planner / Buyer

OPEX Corporation is currently looking for a full-time Planner/Buyer to work in our Plano TX office. The Planner/Buyer will manage the planning and procurement of goods services andassigned commodities for this global technology leader in warehouse automation high-speed mailroom automation document imaging and material handling.

Job Description

• Sourcing planning negotiating and placing purchase orders for materials equipment andservices in support of production operations located in Moorestown NJ and Plano TX
• Implement and maintain commodity management strategy in support of the companys supply chain goals
• Utilize Oracle ERP system to plan requirements issue purchase orders identify scheduling problems and maintain data integrity
• Manage supplier performance to cost delivery and quality requirements
• Analyze data related to inventories optimal order quantities and lead times to best align supply with demand
• Interface with internal customers and suppliers to ensure materials are delivered in accordance with all scheduling specification and quality requirements
• Monitor purchasing activities to be in compliance with OPEX business needs including incoming quality supplier on time delivery RFQs and purchase orders

Job Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in a business-related field or equivalent work experience
• Commodity management experience preferably in metals & fabrication mechanical assemblies of electronic/electrical components
• Prefer minimum 5 years in Procurement/Planning/Supply Chain/Materials
• Professional certification a plus; APICS CPIM or CSCP
• Strong knowledge working with an ERP planning system Oracle experience a plus
• Working knowledge of MS Office
• Excellent interpersonal communication negotiation and organizational skills

Physical/Work Environments

• Employee will primarily be working in an office environment with occasional travel to warehouse and/or customer sites for observation / research
• Sitting and standing for an extended period
• Some walking and/or driving between local facilities; occasional air travel may be required