The Buyer/Planner works closely with the Materials, Procurement, Distribution Center and Accounting Teams and is responsible for maintaining solid communication and information flow through the supply chain. This position will be responsible for analyzing demand requirements and placing/maintaining purchase orders to ensure adequate material flow into the Distribution Center.
The Buyer/Planner will be encouraged to lead and participate in projects to support our drive for improvement in supplier on time delivery, service level, inventory days on hand reduction, new product launches and cost reduction initiatives.
This position will work closely with the supply base to improve supplier performance. The Buyer/Planner will be responsible to work exception reports to manage inventory and increase our OTD metric. Other responsibilities include working with the Production Supervisor to improve efficiency and resources as well as assist with cycle count reconciliation.
In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
Analyze data for planning and release, shortage resolution, ordering and inventory analysis. Schedules and releases production orders according to Kanban/PFEP priority and production schedules. Provides delivery date commitments on work in process and finished goods products to Value Stream manager, materials manager and Customer Service. Prepares purchasing requisition, generate Purchase Orders; work with supplier to ensure parts are delivered on time to Purchase Order schedules. Reviews exception report from MRP system and make adjustments as required. Work with Suppliers to reconcile invoices and payments and manage for performance improvements. Monitor inventory level to avoid excess inventory, inventory shortages and or inventory inaccuracies. Assist with cycle count reconciliations if needed. Work with Quality personnel to resolve supplier quality issues. Performs all tasks in accordance with the Company’s Business Conduct Guidelines. Who You Are:You are someone that develops and maintains excellent relationships with both internal customers and outside suppliers. Regular interaction with all levels across multiple organizations is required.
Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart: 3+ years of experience in a Supply Chain role (Planning, scheduling, and purchasing of materials). Lean manufacturing/planning experience JDE ordering system experience Our Culture & Commitment to You:
At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our dedication to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
Work Authorization:
Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible.
Why Work in the Greater Cleveland Area
Our facility is located in Elyria, OH (our world headquarters), which is conveniently located within driving distance to Cleveland. The area’s generally low costs of living, excellent school systems, and low crime rates build a family-friendly environment. The area is home to several growing communities with restaurants, festivals, shopping, and arts scenes that make them exciting places to live and work
About Our Location
Since the invention of the modern pipe wrench in 1923, the 25-acre RIDGID world headquarters in Elyria, OH has been developing tools that help trades professionals tackle jobs faster, safer, and more accurately. Today, more than 600 employees work in 734K sq. ft. of office and manufacturing space. The campus is also home to a factory tool service center and a state-of-the-art “schoolhouse” training center that educates and trains hundreds of tradespersons annually. In addition to the iconic wrench, the campus manufactures RIDGID battery hydraulic tools, pipe and electrical tools, and drain cleaning components, as well as Greenlee step bits and knock-out tools. Emerson’s Professional Tools business provides the industry’s broadest portfolio of sophisticated`, reliable tools and technologies for the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing trades.
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