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Beacon Hill Associates is hiring for a Materials Planner / Buyer supporting a manufacturing and service operations environment.
Assignment Details
Hours: Standard business hours
Schedule: Hybrid (2 days onsite; must be able to work onsite full-time if business needs change)
Location: Southwest Atlanta area (local candidates only)
Equipment: Standard corporate equipment provided
Training: Onsite training provided
Position Summary
The Materials Planner / Buyer is responsible for the analysis, planning, and procurement of component parts needed to support service repair and manufacturing operations. This role focuses on forecasting, inventory management, supplier performance, purchase order administration, cost control, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure operational efficiency and continuity of supply.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Administrative & Procurement Support
- Plan and procure materials based on forecasts, usage trends, and service schedules
- Create, review, and manage purchase orders
- Monitor delivery schedules, pricing, inventory levels, and part revisions
- Support weekly customer and operational meetings by providing purchase order updates and action items
- Prepare reports, charts, KPIs, and procurement-related documentation
Supplier & Vendor Management
- Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and purchasing terms
- Monitor supplier performance and delivery metrics
- Resolve supplier issues, discrepancies, payment concerns, and delivery delays
- Manage inbound logistics, receiving issues, and inventory-related concerns
- Partner with suppliers to improve performance and support continuous improvement initiatives
Inventory & Operations Support
- Maintain inventory levels in accordance with budget and operational requirements
- Analyze inventory discrepancies, obsolete materials, and scrap activity
- Support inventory accuracy and reporting efforts
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve operational challenges
- Provide backup support for other materials team members as needed
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Production or manufacturing experience required
- Strong procurement, purchasing, and materials planning experience
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required, including pivot tables, advanced formulas, and data analysis
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems and procurement platforms
- Strong supplier management and negotiation skills
- Experience managing the full purchase order lifecycle
- Ability to analyze forecasts, inventory levels, and usage trends
- Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Associate degree preferred; equivalent experience will be considered
- Must reside in the Southwest Atlanta area
If you are a detail-oriented procurement professional with strong manufacturing experience and advanced Excel skills, apply with Beacon Hill Associates today.
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