Material Planner/Buyer

Summary of Position:

The material planner and buyer is responsible for performing all material planning, supplier communications, purchasing of materials, equipment, and supplies, lead time tracking and accountability, transportation coordination, internal communications of deliveries, delays, invoice payment follow-up, etc.

This role primarily supports PEO Subs manufacturing operations by ensuring all materials are on hand to meet the production cost, quality, and production schedule and to support the operations team.

• Use MRP System to create and cut POs in accordance with production schedule requirements and supplier lead times
• Develop and follow a material plan to support production schedule
• Communication with suppliers- prints, specs, expediting, direction, etc.
• Purchase all needed shop supplies/equipment and communicate status
• Regularly document and communicate on material status
• Oversee material moving from receipt to incoming inspection to inventory
• Ensure parts conform to engineering drawings, specifications, and purchase order requirements.
• Ensure all material certifications, test reports, and inspection documentation is provided to engineering and quality
• Ensure parts conform to engineering drawings, specifications, and purchase order requirements.
• Initiate nonconformance reports (NCRs) to suppliers
• High school diploma or Equivalent
• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred
• A minimum of 5 years of experience performing procurement activities in MFG
• CPM Preferred
• Familiarity with prints, manufacturing specs, equipment, machines, and systems
• Familiarity with manufacturing
• Ability to understand engineering drawing
• Able to handle confidential information, establish priorities, and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a cross-functional team
• Possess organizational, analytical, oral and wrtitten communication skills
• Knowledge of MFG practices and processes
• Needs to work onsite at all times (Located in Philadelphia, PA)
• Experience in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or large scale construction
• Experience working with fabricated metal products, machining, welding, etc.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 / AS9100 Quality Systems
• CPM- Purchasing/ procurement, supplier selection and evaluation, Inventory management, cost reduction strategies, material planning, logistics and supply chains, ethics
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical Plans:
• Three Independence Blue Cross Medical options.
• Health Savings Account (HSA): $500 company contribution at the start of the year.
• Dental and Vision Plans: Two dental options and comprehensive vision coverage.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Company-paid life insurance, plus short- and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) Plan: Company match up to 4%.
• Medical Opt-Out Bonus: $100 per month for those who opt out of company medical plans.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Up to five weeks based on years of service, plus seven paid holidays annually.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to free counseling and support services.
• Home Ownership Assistance: The HUB (Help U Buy) program supports employees in achieving homeownership.