Buyer Planner

Buyer Planner PositionWe are looking for a motivated buyer planner to join our team in Hillsboro, Oregon. In this role, you will contribute to the efficient management of purchasing and inventory processes within the manufacturing industry. As a vital part of the organization, you will help ensure smooth operations and timely fulfillment of customer needs. This is a long-term contract position offering the opportunity to build lasting relationships with suppliers and internal teams.Responsibilities:Manage planning parameters such as safety stock, order quantities, lead times, and forecasts to meet customer demand effectively.Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies related to purchase orders in a timely manner.Monitor material requirements planning (mrp) messages and release purchase or work orders as necessary.Obtain and evaluate supplier quotes, assisting in price negotiations to optimize procurement.Address inventory adjustments and discrepancies, communicating their impact to production and planning teams.Assign and review due dates for orders, collaborating with internal teams to ensure alignment.Support new product introduction processes, representing supply chain interests within product development teams.Build and maintain productive relationships with suppliers to enhance collaboration and reliability.Requirements:Proficiency in sap and sap s/4hana for purchasing and inventory management.Strong understanding of purchasing planning and procurement processes.Advanced skills in microsoft excel for data analysis and reporting.Experience in category management within a supply chain environment.Ability to manage and resolve invoice-related discrepancies efficiently.Familiarity with material requirements planning (mrp) systems and processes.Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working with suppliers and internal teams.