Buyer/Planner in Cedar Springs, Michigan at J-Star Motion Corporation

Buyer/Planner
Industry: Manufacturing
Cedar Springs, MI

Why work for J-Star?
J-Star is a first shift, customer and employee focused, OEM manufacturer of linear actuators and lifting columns located in a beautiful new facility built in 2023. Due to our high standards, our products quickly became globally respected for use in medical and home care equipment. With an annual production capacity of 600,000 actuators - lifting columns and 200,000 control boxes, we have become a leading supplier for companies around the world.

Start Date: Immediately
Hours: 6:00am – 3:30pm
Travel: 5%-10% travel to customers / suppliers when necessary
Employment: Hourly, Non-exempt position

How to Apply:
Submit a cover letter and resume
Attention: Beth Spaman, Director of HR
Email address: bspaman@jstarmotion.com

Position Summary:
This position will be directly working with customers/ suppliers to plan and manage inventory stocking levels to meet their specific requirements via their inventory management system. This is a customer service / supplier focused position and will require professionalism, attention to detail and often creative problem resolution. The ideal candidate for this role will be an organized, digitally savvy communicator eager to learn about a variety of programs and platforms while developing and maintaining relationships.
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Essential Responsibilities:
Daily communication via email, Teams/Zoom, and phone with customers / Suppliers - Communication with China
a. Weekly - WeChat; audio and messenger
b. Weekly - call with China team
Data and order entry with a high level of detail (back up for day-to-day tasks during vacations)
- SAP, Microsoft Access, Excel and OA systems
Work closely with department heads for customer resolution
Willingness to accept after hour calls from customers and/or China/Headquarters
Plan and order inventory for customers & Production
Review MRP and creating purchase orders for specific commodities
Reviewing rescheduling messages to determine is adjustments should be made
Track shipments for accurate timelines
Creative thinking when shortages or short lead times arise and ability to do whatever it takes to ensure the customer is happy
Updating SAP with purchase price changes, maintain Vendor records and submitting in OA
Managing steel commodities
Purchasing powder and maintaining the powder inventory sheet used for purchasing
Planner / Scheduling responsibilities with creating work orders for some customers and component items
Month end inventory, gathering counts from departments, review discrepancies and adjusting inventory
Bi-Weekly Production scrap report, maintain and update
Perform additional tasks as assigned by management.

Education & Experience:
High school diploma
Valid Drivers License
3-years previous customer experience (preferred)
3-years SAP experience (preferred)
Exceptional verbal and written skills
Ability to prioritize and organize effectively
Excel Spreadsheets

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Proficiency in CAD and CAM software.
Knowledge of machining and assembly practices.
Familiarity with SAP preferred.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs.
Team-oriented with strong interpersonal skills.
Experience working with vendors and customers.

Environmental Conditions:
This job description does not list all duties of the job. Employees may be asked by management to perform other duties as needed. The Company reserves the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment and does not infringe upon the Company’s at will employment status.