Buyer/ Material Planner Weil-McLain - Eden, NC, US

This position’s accountability is the planning, tactical buying and managing the supply to assure the delivery of goods and services required to support timely manufacturing needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Procure material utilizing current material planning system and manufacturing /business trends.

Execute purchase orders from MRP system ensuring timely placement and delivery of components in line with production planning requirements.

Expedite and reschedule open purchase orders to suit production planning requirements.

Acknowledge and confirm purchase orders with suppliers .

Maintain item branch records which related planning and purchasing records( which includes safety stock, lead times, min/max.)in MRP system.

Monitor purchase inventory through Kanban, Consignment and various restocking programs.

Interact with production and sales to understand forecast drivers

Use and Maintain MRP data as the primary planning system tool.

Execute with excellence in the area of stock and demand replenishment providing feedback to the supply chain on risks regarding replenishment levels and demand.

Continually works with other associates to reduce purchased cost and improve quality and service.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Material Science, Logistics, Supply Chain, Business or related field is preferred.
• Experience in material planning or purchasing is strongly preferred.
• Experience with demand planning in a Make to stock industrial or discrete manufacturing environment.
• Experience with ERP/ MRP/ Inventory systems is strongly preferred (JDE / ONE World a plus).
• Experience with BI systems and data analysis preferred. Understands total cost concept that includes material labor, overhead, quality and transportation.
• Must have Strong computer with excellent skills in Microsoft Office applications. Must have strong excel skills (summary graphs, pivot tables, and V-Lookups)
• Familiarity working with an ERP system (MAPICS, SAP, JD Edwards, etc) is pre. JD Edwards is a plus.
• Knowledge of production planning, transportation, inventory product forecasting, replenishment. and other functions that would affect the customers. Must understand integrated production, supply chain and logistic concepts and principles
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Problems solving and data analysis skills (8D, 5Y, statistics, etc.). Ability to analyze complex problems, interpret operational needs and develop solutions.
• Strong analytical skills (comparative analysis via spreadsheet)
• Results oriented; good track record, and pushes for continuous improvement in performance in all areas
• Must be Detail Oriented with excellent planning and organizational skills
• Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to positively manage conflict.
• Exhibits a strong ability to handle multiple demands with a sense of urgency, drive and energy required.
• Proven track record of meeting commitments with the highest standards of ethics and integrity.

Weil-McLain® is a leading North American designer and manufacturer of hydronic comfort heating systems for residential, commercial and institutional buildings since 1881. Weil-McLain has manufacturing facilities in Michigan City, Indiana and Eden, North Carolina, along with regional sales offices throughout the United States and administrative office in Burr Ridge, Illinois. Building on a reputation of quality and innovation, Weil-McLain is committed to creating Simplified Solutions for our Complex World™.

Architects, engineers, contractors, facility managers and homeowners alike rely on Weil-McLain for their comfort heating needs. Installed in homes, offices, schools, restaurants, hotels and other facilities throughout North America, the Weil-McLain brand is among the most respected and often used in the building industry.

Weil-McLain hydronic boilers and indirect-fired water heaters integrate the latest in advanced controls and materials including cast iron, stainless steel and aluminum heat exchanger technologies. The reliability and energy efficiency of their products has helped to make Weil-McLain industry leaders. Products are engineered with aesthetics, functionality, safety and structural tolerance in mind. By combining their expertise with the responsiveness of their support operations, they provide their customers with added value and peace of mind.

For open positions, visit our website at www.weil-mclain.com/careers