FACTORED GLOBAL PLANNER- BUYER
Core
Plan and purchase goods and services to support global distribution centers, managing inventory levels and supplier contracts.
Role type
Senior supply chain planner (buyer)
Builds
Supply and inventory plans for distribution centers in Asia, America, and Europe
Domain
Manufacturing supply chain
Required skills
Supply planning, Materials planning, Procurement, Inventory management, Supplier performance monitoring, Demand analysis, S&OP participation, Contract negotiation, Excel macros, SAP/ERP experience
Preferred skills
Power BI, Data analytics, Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Advanced English
Technologies
SAP, ERP, Power BI, Excel
Responsibilities
Develop supply and inventory plans to support customer demand; Manage purchase orders, forecasts, and replenishment strategies with global suppliers; Monitor supplier performance including On-Time Delivery and lead times; Analyze demand, supply, and inventory data to identify risks; Lead resolution of material shortages and supply disruptions; Collaborate with Procurement, Manufacturing, Logistics, Quality, and Engineering teams; Improve supplier accountability through business reviews; Evaluate inventory strategies to optimize working capital; Maintain planning parameters and supply chain metrics tools; Participate in Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) and Forecast Reviews; Support contract negotiations by providing planning insights.
Seniority
Mid-level to Senior, hands-on IC