Buyer/Planner

Company: BIGBELLY SOLAR, LLC
Location: Lawrence
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

Description:Full-time in Lawrence, MAReporting to: Director of Supply Chain
Position Summary:We seek a proactive and detail-oriented Buyer/Planner to support our assembly manufacturing plant. The Buyer/Planner will work closely with production and warehouse teams to maintain optimal inventory levels while ensuring cost-effectiveness and supplier reliability in a lean, 40-person plant environment. Key Responsibilities:
Procurement & Material Planning:

• Plan and procure materials such as sheet metal, battery packs, solar modules, wiring harnesses, and related components.
• Review production schedules and forecasts to determine material needs using MRP tools or manual planning methods.
• Issue and manage purchase orders, track deliveries, and expedite critical materials as needed.
• Monitor inventory levels and place orders to maintain appropriate stock without over-purchasing.Vendor & Supplier Management:
  • Build and maintain strong supplier relationships for quality, cost, and on-time delivery performance.
  • Assist in the procurement of goods and services for the company
  • Evaluate new suppliers and negotiate pricing and terms to support production goals and cost targets.
  • Address and resolve issues related to quality, delays, or shortages with vendors.Planning:
    • Assist the Master Planner in creating production schedules based on sales forecasts, customer orders, or stock levels.
    • Assist the Master Planner to ensure that materials, labor, and equipment are used efficiently to meet production targets and deadlines.
    • Maintain accurate production data, such as inventory levels, production output, and lead times.
    • Track the status of manufacturing orders and flag any delays or bottlenecks.Cross-Functional Coordination:
      • Collaborating with production supervisors and teams leads to understanding material usage, lead times, and any changes to schedules.
      • Support engineering changes and new product introductions with the timely sourcing of new components.
      • Work with the warehouse team to ensure accurate receiving, inventory counts, and material flow to the floor.Systems & Reporting:
        • Maintain data integrity in the ERP system or inventory management software.
        • Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery, purchase price variance, and inventory turnover.
        • Generate regular reports to support purchasing and planning decisions.
          Requirements: Qualifications:
          • Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
          • 2-5 years of experience in a buyer/planner role, preferably in a small-to-mid-size manufacturing setting.
          • Experience sourcing industrial, electrical, or solar-related components is a plus.
          • Familiarity with MRP/ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, or similar).
          • Knowledge of procurement regulations and procedures
          • Strong organizational, analytical, and negotiation skills.
          • The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.Preferred Skills:
            • Experience with lean manufacturing or kanban systems.
            • APICS/ASCM or ISM certifications (e.g., CPIM, CSCP, CPSM) are a plus.
            • Comfortable working closely with shop floor teams in a small plant setting.
              
              
              
              
              
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