Buyer​/Planner II

Buyer/Planner II – Rexnord India Private Ltd

Position Summary:

The Buyer/Planner is responsible for analyzing material requirements to support customer on-time delivery and optimal inventory levels. The role involves reviewing and aligning dates, purchasing (direct, STO, MRO, and outside processing), and managing inventory levels to ensure appropriate amounts of materials are planned to meet customer and business requirements. This individual will interface directly with Customer Care, Engineering, Production, Receiving, Shipping, Accounts Payable, and Category Managers.

The Buyer/Planner reports directly to the Materials Supervisor.

Schedule:

Mon – Fri (8:00 – 5:00pm) Onsite

Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000 Annually

• Place purchase orders for materials and confirm delivery with suppliers, expedite materials as needed.
• Lead Lean Materials process improvement initiatives to reduce past‑due POs and number of stockouts.
• Drive inventory reduction and cost savings through lean tools and supplier negotiations.
• Coordinate priorities with outside suppliers and internal operations.
• Monitor the Kanban ordering system, resize to current demand patterns and run MRP.
• Generate forecasts, stocking agreements and define min/max levels with vendors.
• Drive inventory reduction, cost savings and on-time delivery.
• Support production schedulers, customer service, product managers and engineering as required.
• Resolve and work on quality issues with the quality team and suppliers.
• Work on invoice reconciliation with receiving and accounts payable to reduce invoicing issues with vendors.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business or related field, with manufacturing experience; either 3 years of relevant experience or 5 years of experience in manufacturing.
• Strong technical background combining education and work experience.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong analytic skills, high degree of Microsoft Excel knowledge.
• Good organizational skills and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to analyze data, formulate strategic plans and execute at a tactical level.
• Kanban experience;
  Oracle software is preferred.
• Understanding of concepts in a Lean Manufacturing environment and Kanban supply chains.
• Self‑starter with a strong sense of urgency.
• Change agent, demonstrated ability to drive process improvements.
• US citizen, permanent resident or Green Card holder (for ITAR compliance purposes).

• Physical demands – regularly use hands; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Frequently stand, walk, and sit.
• Work environment – noise level is usually moderate.

• Paid Time Off: dedicated sick leave and personal leave allowance, floating holidays.
• Professional Development: tuition reimbursement and continuing education allowance; monthly onsite training programs.
• Retirement: 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching contributions.
• Medical: medical, dental, and vision coverage effective Day 1; short‑term and long‑term disability 100% company paid; life and accidental death & dismemberment; critical illness, accident insurance, hospital indemnity; flexible spending account (FSA) & health savings plan (HSA).
• Family Benefits: paid parental leave; paid family leave; adoption assistance up to $10,000 per adoption; expanded fertility benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program; annual safety equipment allowance (Rx glasses, safety shoes/boots, welding helmet & jacket).
• Work Environment & Community: onsite gym and FIT wellness program; insurance premium discount incentives for wellness program participation; employee referral program; tuition reimbursement; quarterly MVP awards; regular community involvement and volunteer activities; associate and family‑oriented events throughout the year including the annual Crab Feast.

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