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Title: Purchasing Planner
Location: Grapevine, TX
Start: ASAP
Quick Interview Process
Monday-Friday
On-site 100%
$45,000 Salary + BENEFITS!
The Purchasing Planner is responsible for creating and managing manufacturer orders in response to requests from material planners and analysts. This role involves collaborating with the warehouse team to address and prioritize escalated customer backorders and reviewing invoices for discrepancies before scheduling payment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Daily Responsibilities (90% of Job):
Generate manufacturer orders and transfer tickets for necessary manufacturing operations.
Coordinate with Production Control to establish the correct sequencing and prioritization of manufacturing processes.
Process local purchase requests and orders.
Verify and validate vendor invoices before submitting them to the Finance department.
Collaborate with the CN Buying team to resolve discrepancies in purchase orders, sales orders, and invoices.
Warehouse Efficiencies (5% of Job):
Foster a positive work environment with open feedback and effective communication.
Ensure warehouse processes are organized and operate smoothly at all times.
Team Building/Leadership (5% of Job):
Maintain a positive work environment that supports the company's culture.
Promote a healthy and safe workplace, focusing on the well-being of all associates.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.
At least one year of relevant experience preferred.
Essential Skills:
Ability to analyze and manage large data sets.
Strong interpersonal skills for establishing positive internal relationships.
Capability to work independently and follow direction.
Proven track record in supply chain and materials management.
Comprehensive knowledge of end-to-end supply chain processes.
Experience with ERP and forecasting systems.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and self-motivational skills.
Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Ability to organize and prioritize work effectively.
Critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
Bilingual in English and Mandarin preferred.
Competencies:
Demonstrates determination to achieve outstanding results.
Seeks and implements improvements.
Maintains high performance standards.
Inspires commitment and dedication.
Working Conditions:
Ability to tolerate moderate to high noise levels in a warehouse setting.
Exposure to varying environmental conditions, including heat in summer and cold in winter.
Requires walking for extended periods, reaching, bending, or stooping.
Frequent repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movements.
Ability to lift objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. To the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.