Senior Buyer/Planner

Comfort Research
Grand Rapids, MI
Category Operations
Job Description
Role Overview

The ideal candidate will enjoy collaborating cross-functionally to optimize inventory levels, strengthen supplier reliability, manage costs, and support the company's growth initiatives.

What You Will Do

Utilize ERP, MRP, and planning tools to procure assigned materials and maintain supply plans that support production and customer demand. Monitor demand, inventory, and supplier performance; adjust purchase orders and supply plans to ensure material availability.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of professional experience in Supply Chain or Operations, with a background in procurement, inventory management, new product development, and planning.

Requirements

  • BA/BS degree in Business, Finance, Operations, or Supply Chain.
  • 5-7 years of professional experience in Supply Chain or Operations.
  • Minimum 5 years of prior experience in a manufacturing company, with a background in procurement, inventory management, new product development, and planning.
  • Advanced knowledge of MS Office software and ERP systems, with emphasis on MS Excel & data analytics.
  • APICS (CPIM, CSCP) certification in supply chain management is a plus, but not required.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, decision-making, and presentation skills
  • Team-oriented and excellent communication skills are essential.
  • Willingness and ability to work in a global, multi-cultural environment with good interpersonal skills.

Benefits

  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plan
  • Culture Awards program
  • Paid holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Growing family bonus & extra PTO for new parents
  • Referral Bonus program
  • 401(k) program with a generous company match
  • A variety of health insurance plans with company contributions to premiums
  • Dental, vision, and other ancillary insurance coverages available
  • Company-paid Short-Term Disability coverage
  • Company-paid Life Insurance policy
  • Exclusive employee discounts on Big Joe products
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