Buyer/Planner
Listed on 2026-01-17
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Manufacturing / Production
Job Overview
Generally expected to work as a valued member of the XL Specialized Trailers team. This job will be responsible for providing parts, equipment and materials by identifying manufacturing needs, identifying suppliers and arranging delivery.
Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesDevelops purchasing specifications and performance test requirements by analyzing technical data, designs, and manufacturing requirements; consulting with engineering and manufacturing personnel.
Identifies and recommends suppliers by investigating potential suppliers; researching parts, equipment and materials availability.
Purchases parts, equipment and materials by preparing and submitting purchase orders.
Delivers parts equipment and materials by arranging shipping.
Facilitates inspections, substitutions and standardization by arranging and participating in conferences between suppliers and company personnel.
Resolves shipment quality discrepancies by mediating vendor/manufacturing issues.
Provides parts, equipment and materials information by answering questions and requests.
Prepares reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
Investigates opportunities for cost reduction by driving operational efficiencies.
Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations. Wears proper personal protective equipment.
Identifies and anticipates safety and health concerns and hazards by surveying environmental, operational, and occupational conditions.
Contributes to the team effort by accomplishing relating results as needed.
Ancillary DutiesAssist with the continuous process improvement of XL Specialized Trailers by leading and participating in projects such as lean, 5-S and Kaizen.
Assists receptionist with serving visitors by greeting, welcoming and directing them; notifying company personnel of visitor's arrival; maintaining security and telecommunications system.
Perform any other tasks assigned to support and improve the overall operations of the XL Specialized Trailers.
Supervisory ResponsibilitiesNone
Supervision ReceivedWorks with direct supervision. The employee is responsible for planning and carrying out the assignment, keeping the supervisor informed of progress and potential problems or future implications.
Responsibility for Public ContactDaily contact requiring courtesy, discretion, and sound judgment.
Licensing and CertificationNone required
Education and ExperienceOutlook, Word, Excel, and Access.
Work is primarily performed indoors.
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