Sr Inventory Planner/Buyer at Horizontal Talent in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Job Description:

*completed 4 year degree (no exceptions)
*background check required

Responsibilities:

• Sources, purchases, plans, and schedules the movement of raw materials, packaging materials, parts, components, services, supplies, finished goods, and related material through production and inventory process.


• Identifies raw material, component, and related requirements from engineering and production specifications and schedules.


• In frontend procurement mode, analyzes data and determines factors that affect prices and determines lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and ability to meet required schedules.


• Coordinates and follows up with production, warehouse, and engineering personnel to ensure appropriate procurement, scheduling, and movement of materials and services.


• Compiles information to keep informed on price trends and manufacturing processes.


• May monitor performance of suppliers and collaborate on demand analysis planning.