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Planner - Purchasing - Associated Materials
Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio
Posted: Mar 30, 2022 02:02

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Job Description Reporting to the Commodity Manager the Commodity Planner is responsible for monitoring inventory levels and issuing purchase orders to replenish inventory. The Planner facilitates timely deliveries within supply chain, maximizing productivity and minimizing downtime by working directly with the production facilities. This position must also work with the Transportation department to control freight cost while maintaining appropriate stock levels. In addition, the Commodity Planner is responsible for establishing great relationships with tactical support staff at our suppliers. _OBJECTIVES:_ * Establish effective relationships with the material managers at all plants, and work closely with them to address any material questions they have. * Manage inventory levels by plant based on stocking plan and monitoring demand on assigned commodities. * Manage and keep up to date data related to planning parameters and vendor contacts. * Primary contact for inbound and outbound material movement. _DAY-TO-DAY RESPONSIBILITIES:_ * Place daily orders from multiple vendors to fulfill demand. * Maintain and build vendor relations. * Work with Customer Service to manage large order lead times and expedites for third party contractors. * Identify and expedite material to meet production demand spikes for a make to order environment. * Report on backorders/late shipments and work with Commodity Buyer to resolve any ongoing issues. * Work closely with Commodity Buyer on new product launches, ensuring that all the parts are in place for testing and launch dates. * Address major forecast discrepancies with vendors to meet production demand. * Reconcile Accounts Payable discrepancies. * Manage non-conforming material process. KEY RELATIONSHIPS: * Operations * Transportation * Customer Service * Vendors * Commodity Buyers * Third party service providers * Supplier Quality and Engineering _EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:_ * Bachelor's degree in a related field * Mid to advanced skills using all Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) * Communication skills to express ideas and concepts verbally, visually and in writing * Planning and organization to set targets / milestones and follow through on commitments * Familiarity with vinyl windows and related building products * Experience working within an ERP package * APICS certification and/or training preferred All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Recruiters: Please note that Associated Materials, Alside and any of its affiliated companies does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or offers of recruiting service associated with any published or unpublished employment opportunities. Any unsolicited information sent to AMI or any of its employees will be considered as unencumbered and free from any fee or charge whatsoever. Only members of our Human Resources Team have authority to engage or authorize recruiting services. Any questions regarding recruiting services of any kind must be sent to jobs at associatedmaterials dot com.



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Associated Materials

Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio