Buyer / Planner (Manufacturing) at Maradyne Corporation – Cleveland, Ohio

Maradyne Corporation is seeking a detail-oriented Buyer / Planner to support our manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for planning production, purchasing materials, and managing inventory to ensure timely, efficient, and seamless manufacturing processes. The Buyer / Planner will work closely with internal teams and external vendors to support customer demands and operational goals.

** On-Site position Mon-Fri (in a manufacturing environment)

** This position does not qualify for any visa sponsorship

• Accrued Vacation
• Prorated Paid Time Off
• (9) Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• HSA/FSA
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• 401k with Employer Match
• Employee Assistance Program

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for planning manufacturing production and maintaining inventory levels. This position will work collaboratively with other departments and vendors in ensuring that the company's manufacturing process runs seamlessly. This position will be responsible for purchasing materials, managing inventory levels, and ensuring timely delivery of products.

To perform this job successfully, the selected individual(s) must be able to satisfactorily perform each of the essential duties and job responsibilities listed below. Additional details listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or or ability required to perform the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials and products
• Maintain accurate inventory levels and manage production schedules
• Monitor and analyze sales trends to forecast demand and adjust inventory levels accordingly
• Review and approve purchase orders and invoices
• Work collaboratively with the production team to ensure that materials are available for all customers’ demands
• Manage relationships with suppliers to ensure they meet the company's standards for quality, delivery, and cost
• Continually assess vendor performance and identify areas for improvement
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure that purchasing and inventory management meets their needs
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to purchasing and inventory management
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

• Associates degree required
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or related field is preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in purchasing, inventory management, or supply chain management
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with other departments and vendors
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems

Qualifications:

• Experience working in industrial product manufacturing environment
• Must posses excellent phone and computer skills, including working with Microsoft Office programs
• Ability to work both collaboratively as well as independently, be self-motivated, prioritize and execute work activities
• Must be effective at resolving problem's and handling stressful situations in a professional manner
• Must possess excellent communication skills.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.