Sr Production Planner Buyer
Job Location:
Oakley, CA - USA
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Job Summary
Requisition ID:942708
Position:Full-Time
Total Rewards:Benefits/Incentive Information
If youve worn a pair of glasses weve already met.
We are a global leader in the design manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses frames and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products such as the Essilor brand with Varilux Crizal Eyezen Stellest and Transitions iconic brands that consumers love such as Ray-Ban Oakley Persol and Oliver Peoples as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences such as Sunglass Hut LensCrafters and Target Optical and leading e-commerce platforms.
Our unique business model and relentless pursuit of operational excellence ensures that consumers everywhere have access to products. Balancing speed efficiency and proximity the Company manages a global supply chain with cutting-edge technology based on centralization for frames and on a capillary network for lens finishing and prescription our dynamic environment fueled by technology and innovation our people have the space to pioneer new solutions.
Oakley is part of EssilorLuxottica. Building on our legacy of innovative market-leading optical technology we manufacture and distribute high performance sunglasses prescription lenses and frames goggles apparel footwear and accessories. Every day at Oakley is a chance to grow go further and achieve more.
Join our global community of over 200000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. Discover more by following us on LinkedIn!
GENERAL FUNCTIONS
The Sr. Production Planner Buyer is responsible for planning and executing the departments plan for product introductions in Manufacturing. This position interacts with internal partners including marketing engineering and manufacturing to understand material and demand requirements.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Analyze plan and execute all the material requirements for various eyewear categories including active eyewear
- Responsible for building and fostering supplier relationships to ensure that completion deadlines are met per the master sales forecasts or customer orders
- Using data and systems manage inventory levels to maximize manufacturing production plans
- Review and coordinate MRP suggestions to support MPS time line
- Partner with Planner Buyer(s) to create purchase orders to support MPS requirements and production goals
- Responsible for expediting highly critical supplier orders that can have a significant delay and/or financial loss to the business as a result of unforeseen conditions
- Develop and maintain strong partnership with local and overseas suppliers to ensure the best value highest quality and timely delivery for optimal inventory levels in support of production plans
- Using available data prepare procurement reports for Management team
- Lead and/or participate in lean activities (Consignment Inventory Kanban Inventory)
- Partner with NPI team to support/lead Table of 4 project initiatives
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as needed
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Engineering Procurement Business or equivalent
- 3 years of experience in Production purchasing and/or planning and MRP in a manufacturing environment
- 3 years in procurement and managing strategic purchases with proven record of improvement
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision.
- Strong communication skills
- Excellent ability to multi-task and prioritize
- Experience with SAP MM PP and BW
- Factual and data driven decision maker with strong written and oral communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Software applications such as Excel Access PowerPoint and Word
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Masters Degree in Supply Chain Operations Engineering or related field
- APICS CPIM and/or CPM certification
- Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification
Pay Range:80776.00-112660.90
This posting is for an existing vacancy within our pay is determined by multiple factors including geography experience qualifications skills and local minimum wage addition you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care retirement savings paid time off/vacation and various employee discounts.
EssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. If you would like to provide feedback regarding an active job posting or if you are an individual with a disability who would like to request a reasonable accommodation please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at (be sure to provide your name job id number and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color gender national origin social origin social condition being perceived as a victim of domestic violence sexual aggression or stalking religion age disability sexual orientation gender identity or expression citizenship ancestry veteran or military status marital status pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave) genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
