Buyer / Planner

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Broadata Communications, Inc. (BCI) is a privately held, California-based corporation. BCI is a leading and innovative company specializing in the development of market-driven products for the transmission of digital multimedia (video, audio, and data) over fiber.
Many of BCI's clients are world leaders in their industries, which span a wide variety of industry segments including entertainment, broadcast, medical, professional audio/video, house of worship, education, government, military, and transportation.
This is a hands-on position. This is NOT a remote or hybrid position.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Buyer/Planner is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day purchasing activities within assigned areas of our Manufacturing Department. This position will be responsible for purchasing and materials logistics to support all stages of product development, working side by side with engineers and manufacturing personnel in a dynamic and engaging environment. The successful candidate will play a critical role in the Corporation’s success, ensuring that we continually meet required production schedules as well as managing end-to-end materials procurement for internal developments.
BASIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in S&OP process including demand and material planning for assigned product portfolios/vendors.
• Analyze material inventory and accountable for maintaining sufficient safety stock and inventory projection for the materials.
• Accountable for creating Purchase Orders in ERP system, maintain accurate open PO lines to define inbound quantities and due dates from suppliers, track in transit shipments, and expedite deliveries as needed.
• Review, prioritize and schedule the delivery of materials to meet target dates and prevent stock shortages.
• Actively plan and support new business initiatives, new product launches, and product rationalizations
• Ensure that production orders are scheduled correctly based on demand/stock levels and available production capacity.
• Responsible for avoiding downtimes due to missing raw material and simultaneously meeting the inventory target. Have proper back-up documentation.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, and effectively manage quality service / product performance issues with suppliers.
• Communicate material quality and delivery change requirements to suppliers in an MRP environment.
• Purchase materials and services, obtaining maximum value in terms of price, quality, and delivery.
• Participate in supplier reduction program.
• This list is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification and is not designed to be interpreted as an exhaustive listing of all tasks required of employees assigned to this job.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree, with 1 year of relevant experience
• or Associate’s degree, with 5 years of relevant experience
• or High school diploma, GED, or equivalent, with 7 + years of relevant experience
• Certifications from Industry associations is a plus (C.P.M.).

EXPERIENCE:

• 1-2 years of relevant experience (with Bachelor’s degree)
• or 5 + years of relevant experience (with Associate's degree)
• or 7 + years of relevant experience (with High school diploma, GED, or equivalent)
• Experience in high-tech manufacturing/ production environment a plus.
• Understanding and hands-on experience with manufacturing resource planning (MRP) systems such as SAGE or equivalent.

SKILLS:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to commit and work under deadlines.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills; demonstrated proficiency working with large data sets.
• Must be able to work in a challenging and engaging work environment that promotes teamwork, creativity, accountability, and professional development.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, vision and dental insurance
• 401(k) with company match (100% of the first 4% in eligible compensation)
• Flexible Spending Account
• 2 weeks paid vacation
• 1 Week sick pay
• 10 company holidays
• Voluntary life insurance

SALARY RANGE:

• Hourly: $28.84 ($60,000) - $38.46 ($80,000)

Pay may vary depending on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.