Buyer/Planner
Core
Manage the entire value chain from raw materials to finished goods for Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs), ensuring on-time delivery and accurate material flow.
Role type
Senior Buyer/Planner (Supply Chain)
Builds
Next generation Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) for seabed exploration and defense applications
Domain
Defense technology / Maritime robotics / Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | infrastructure
Required skills
Demand forecasting, inventory planning, purchasing, ERP system management, supply chain planning, make/buy decisioning, supplier relationship management, data analysis, BOM interpretation, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, statistical demand modeling, SQL, Tableau/Power BI/Qlikview, Integrated Business Planning
Technologies
Oracle ERP, Blue Yonder, SQL, Tableau, Power BI, Qlikview
Responsibilities
Own planning and on-time delivery of raw materials and finished goods; Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts; Manage day-to-day ordering and inventory; Identify and resolve supply issues; Generate and analyze data to identify trends; Develop and maintain MRP processes and master data; Support strategic sourcing and make/buy decisions; Issue purchase orders and manage supplier relationships; Participate in S&OP processes; Develop data reporting structures for Demand Planning KPIs; Support continuous improvement initiatives
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC