Buyer/Planner II at Holman Enterprises in Bartlett, Illinois

Job Description:

Holman is a family-owned, global automotive services organization anchored by our deeply rooted core values and principles that have enabled us to continue Driving What's Right throughout the last century. Our teams deliver the Holman Experience by treating our customers and each other as we would like to be treated, and creating positive, rewarding relationships all around.




The automotive markets Holman serves include fleet management and leasing; vehicle fabrication and upfitting; component manufacturing and productivity solutions; powertrain distribution and logistics services; commercial and personal insurance and risk management; and retail automotive sales as one of the largest privately owned dealership groups in the United States.




Holman is looking for a Buyer/Planner II to join our team in Bartlett, IL!



You may be a good fit for this role is you have 3+ years' experience in a current buyer/planner role within a manufacturing organization.


This is a HYBRID role with Mondays and Fridays work from home!



JOB SUMMARY



The Buyer/Planner role is responsible for purchasing and planning a wide range of materials to support production schedules in a fast paced environment. They will work closely with Scheduling, Order Writing, Materials, and Production departments to ensure timely delivery of components and other materials. The Buyer/Planner will analyze MRP data and control appropriate inventory levels to ensure supply meets demand through identifying proper sources, obtaining quotes and placing orders for material requests through the MRP/ERP system.



DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Analyze MRP data and control appropriate inventory levels to support production schedule


• Run MRP report and issue purchase orders to suppliers


• Ensure the timely delivery of components and other materials through order confirmations


• Track and expedite purchase orders as required, including monitoring backorder status


• Ideal candidate will be detail oriented and demonstrate the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously


• Effectively utilizing available resources to meet planned production requirements


• Manage the supplier relationship for the respective location


• Negotiate pricing with suppliers based on estimated annual usage to better control costs


• Work with accounts payable for new vendor set-up, invoice discrepancies, and credit memos


• Properly set-up new part numbers with all of the required part master information


• Work with the ATG Procurement Manager on supplier negotiations to reduce business risk


• Work well in a team environment, especially across departments


• Other duties as assigned by the Supply Chain Manager

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BS/BA in Business or Supply Chain Management plus 1-3 years relevant work experience


• OR Associates degree plus 3-5 years relevant work experience


• 2 years in a supply chain related role preferred (e.g. planning, purchasing, procurement, material management)


• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment


• Understanding of supply chain concepts and best practices


• Demonstrated competency in Microsoft Office and MRP/ERP systems


• Basic understanding of truck equipment and accessories


• Strong understanding of effective communication

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Requires working in a seated position for the majority of working time. Also may require intermittent walking, standing, bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting and stooping.Requires the ability to lift 5 pounds regularly with occasional lifting to upwards of 20 pounds.

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At Holman, we exist to provide rewarding careers and better lives for employees and their families. We hire, train, empower, and reward exceptional people. Our journey is guided by our desire to get it right every time and the acknowledgement that we have an opportunity to be better. To be better, we have to do better, and to do better we must know better. That's why we are listening, open to learning new things - about ourselves and each other. We will never stop striving for improved diversity, equity, and inclusion because we are successful together when we feel trusted and supported. It's The Holman Way.




At Holman, your total compensation goes beyond your paycheck. To position you for success and provide a rewarding career and better life for you and your family, Holman is proud to offer you the benefits you deserve; including protection against illness, disability, loss of work, or preparation for retirement. Below is a brief overview of the programs available to full-time employees (programs may vary by country or worker type):

• Health Insurance


• Vision Insurance


• Dental Insurance


• Life and Disability Insurance


• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts


• Employee Assistance Program


• 401(k) plan with Company Match


• Paid Time Off (PTO)


• Paid Holidays, Bereavement, and Jury Duty


• Paid Pregnancy/Parental leave


• Paid Military Leave


• Tuition Reimbursement

Benefits:



Regular Full-Time


We offer excellent benefits including health, vision, dental, life and disability insurance, and 401(k) with company match. Our time off benefits include Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, bereavement, and jury duty. In addition, we offer paid pregnancy and parental leave, and supplemental paid military leave to eligible employees.



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Temporary or Part-Time


In geographic areas with statutory paid sick leave, part-time and temporary employees will receive a paid sick leave benefit that meets the mandated requirements.



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Pay:



We offer competitive wages that are commensurate with job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, and geographic location, starting in the range of $56,400.00 - $81,775.00 USD annually for full time employees. The annual compensation range is comprised of base pay earnings.


Holman provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.


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