Buyer/Planner

As the Buyer/Planner you are primarily responsible for the ongoing procurement and negotiations of materials, components, equipment, supplies and services that meet the quality standards of the company. Assume full responsibility for planning requirements and supply chain management to ensure timely (scheduled) deliveries of goods and services within budget and/or standard costs. Relies on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals.

What You'll Do

• Procures materials, components, equipment, supplies and services necessary for the operation of the company.
• Plan, schedule, and monitor goods and services to meet the production requirements of the company employing such techniques but not limited to JIT, Kanban, Blanket POs, and Reschedules.
• Check requisitions and MRP requirements, contact and evaluate sources, examine bids and make awards.
• Set-up and maintain material, supplier and planning system data in the MRP/ERP system.
• Exercise a good working knowledge of goods, services, and sources of supply to make purchases at prices consistent with quality and quantity requirements.
• Determine material requirements from Engineering and production schedules and coordinate the efficient movement of materials through production cycle.
• Identify and evaluate sources of supply consistent with quality and quantity requirement of the company.
• Evaluates bids consistent with the total cost of ownership.
• Establish goals and objectives that support the department and company objectives. Follow up on objectives to ensure compliance.
• Take on special assignments as warranted, such as projects to resource commodities.
• Work with receiving, finance and suppliers to reconcile discrepancies in receiving and invoicing.
• Develop, Implement and Support sourcing and supplier management initiatives.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery, lead time, etc., with suppliers and partner.
• Conducts business by using appropriate judgment for actions, maintains a high standard of work behaviors. Refraining from soliciting or accepting gifts, prejudicial discounts, entertainment, favors, or services from present or potential suppliers that might influence or appear to influence purchasing decisions.
• Ensure that the highest quality standards are maintained in all functions & responsibilities of the job as well as executed in a manner which supports the company's quality standards.
• Support Lean activities and initiatives.
• Support EHS activities and initiatives.
• Perform other duties/special projects as assigned

What You'll Bring

• BS in a Supply Chain and Operations Field, BA equivalent, certification, or relevant work experience.
• 5+ years of material buying and planning in a manufacturing setting.
• Previous experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience with MRP / ERP systems.
• Experience with Plan for Every Part
• Experience in supply chain management and inventory control.
• Demonstrated negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office products (especially Word, Excel, Visio and Project).
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment.
• Excellent oral and written communications skill.
• The ability to build strong relationships with external partners.
• Must be a highly motivated self-starter and be able to work under ambiguity.
• Must be organized and able to balance multiple priorities appropriately.
• Must be goal-focused and committed to completing tasks.
• Logical thinking with creative problem-solving ability.
• Detail-orientated, highly motivated, patient and diligent.
• Bi-lingual Spanish a plus

Since 1892, OPW customers have been able to count on us to revolutionize fluid-handling operations around the world. As a global leader in fluid-handling solutions, the mission of OPW is to be a developer of a comprehensive array of innovative fluid-handling solutions that our customers can consistently and reliably count on. These include loading and unloading systems for high-value hazardous and non-hazardous bulk products; railcar and transport tank-truck valves, gauging devices and tank-monitoring systems; automated storage-terminal controls and systems; and regulators, fittings, valves, vaporizers, vacuum-jacketed piping and gas-handling systems for the safe handling and distribution of cryogenics and industrial gases. OPW also creates and manufactures touch-free and soft-touch vehicle wash systems, entry systems and wash chemicals. OPW has more than 2,000 employees with manufacturing operations in North America, Europe and China, and sales offices around the world. OPW is part of the Clean Energy & Fueling segment of Dover (NYSE: DOV).

Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenue of over $7 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, specialty systems, consumable supplies, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Fueling Solutions, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Refrigeration & Food Equipment. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 60 years, our team of approximately 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV." Additional information is available atdovercorporation.com.

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Work Arrangement :Onsite

Pay Range:$80,000.00 - $90,000.00Annually

Bonus Eligible: This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position's responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, a candidate's education/training, the position's location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits: Our total rewards package for eligible team members also includes: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including 10 paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 120 hours annually, 24 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, tuition assistance; business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contactopwaccommodations@acmecryo.comfor assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.

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Job Function : Supply Chain & Procurement