Job Title:
Buyer/Planner Specialist
Here at Entegris, we use advanced science to enable technologies that transform the world, and we are seeking employees who have the drive to continue that mission.
The Role:
Our site in Bedford, MAis seeking aBuyer/ProductionPlannerto join ourMaterialsteam.This roleisresponsible forBulkMaterial procurement activitiesandsupportsDirect BuyerandtheProduction Planning team.
The successful candidate will be joining ahigh-functioningand energetic team. This person will be a take-charge individual recognized as a buying andplanning professionaland will collaborate with manufacturing,commodity managers,quality, planning,logistics, and suppliers to drive security of supplyand help achieve operational excellence.
WhatYou’llDo
As the Buyer:
Review MRP and release purchase requisitions.
Initiate purchase orders and amendments, obtain POconfirmationsand manage them until their closure.
Ensure rapid resolution of invoicing and quality issues toassureoptimalfulfillmentperformance.
Review and resolve MRP exception messages, planning/schedulingissuesandexpedites
Secure and analyze quotations; negotiate price and terms, conferring with current and prospective suppliers with alliance from commodity managers
Maintain material master data for assigned items. Regularly review planning and supplier data and make necessary adjustments
Monitor supplier lead times, quality, cost and on time performance, adjust as necessary and work with Suppliers, Global Sourcing and others as needed to make changes and improvements.
Lead the monthly Bulk purchasing meeting with manufacturing leaders, commodity managers, and SNP to align on ROP and safety stock levels Ensure updated in system.
As thePlanner:
Establishes andmaintainsknowledge of the manufacturing area and processes so that it can be appropriately considered for the creation and maintenance of a production plan that is stable,optimizedand achievable while accommodating agility when needed to support changing customer requirements.
Creates,maintainsand verifies the Production Schedule and interfaces with Marketing, Sales, Operations and Engineering to resolve labor, equipment and material shortages,backlogsand other potential schedule deficits and / or interruptions.
Ensures planning process and transactional execution that upholds inventory accuracy and integrity throughout the end-to-end material flow and manufacturingprocess.
Adheres to defined Planning and Scheduling businessprocesses;including planning cadence, exception messagemanagementand time horizons.
Maintain and support relevant performance metrics;establishand driveappropriate actionplans to meet or exceed performance requirements; Perform related duties as assigned.
Other responsibilities and Duties may include:
Identifycontinuous improvement opportunities and collaborate with others as needed to implement change
Complete other duties as assigned in support of the larger organization and production goals.
Adhere and promote Entegris PACE Values.
What We Seek
BachelorsDegree in Business, Supply Chain, orsimilar.
2-4 years of experience in buying, planning, or manufacturingoperations.
SAP Experiencerequired
Effective oral& writtencommunicationskills.
Thorough understanding of operations including purchasing, materials, order processing, productionprocessesandprocedures.
Ability to work inself-directedenvironment.
Ability toidentify,researchand resolveissues.
Negotiation skills.
WHAT WE OFFER
Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you’re looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.
Entegris does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g., H1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.
At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.
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Artificial intelligence, augmented reality, Internet of Things – these are not just trends, they are drivers changing the way people live across the globe. With these new drivers and the increasing speed of innovation, there comes an expectation for higher-quality, higher-performing technologies at a faster pace.
Every day, and for more than 50 years, Entegris’ singular mission has been to help customers utilize our advanced science-based solutions to support demand drivers; to innovate faster and more efficiently; and ultimately to transform the world. Through the power of our solutions and technology expertise, Entegris provides customers with innovative, science-based solutions to their toughest technology challenges.
Headquartered in Billerica, Massachusetts, Entegris employs approximately 8,000 people worldwide, with roughly half employed in Asia-Pacific or Europe.
With research and development, customer service, analytical labs, and manufacturing in Asia-Pacific, North America and Europe, Entegris supports customers around the globe as they take technology to the next level.