Associate Planner Buyer

Markem-Imaje is a trusted world manufacturer of product identification and traceability solutions, offering a full line of reliable and innovative inkjet, thermal transfer, laser, print and apply label systems. Markem-Imaje delivers fully integrated solutions that enable product quality and safety, regulatory and retailer compliance, better product recalls and improved manufacturing processes.

The Role:

In this role, you’ll be responsible to secure the availability of direct materials for multiple lines of Markem-Imaje products distributed worldwide. You may be tasked to create and provide production plans to manufacturing departments to ensure that capacity is met and our efficiency is maximized.  You will also work to support team-wide projects and department goals.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead the local procurement activities for direct items
• Place orders to internal and external suppliers within inventory management policies
• Monitor deliveries and order confirmations; pro-actively identify supply risks and perform mitigation actions to ensure supply continuity.
• Plan the production activity within the assigned manufacturing departments to achieve Safety, Quality, and Delivery, Inventory, and Productivity objectives on a daily basis.
• Work closely with the Operations team in relation to efficiency & plan attainment

Job Requirements:

• Related experience in purchasing, sourcing, or material planning role.
• Knowledge of ERP/MRP principles and systems.
• SAP knowledge preferred but not required
• Good knowledge and experience of MS Excel (LOOKUP, PIVOT)
• Interpersonal skills; must be able to plan, organize and schedule work among employees;
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and perform in a dynamic environment while maintaining a positive attitude and energy.
• Strong team player, good work ethic and ability to be flexible and work within a collaborative team environment to meet production and company needs.

You will be the right candidate if you are aligned to our values and culture:

• Collaorative entrepreneurial spirit
• Winning through customers
• High ethical standards, openness and trust
• Expectations for results
• Respect and value people

If you believe you match our values and have the experience we’re looking for, apply! We can’t wait to hear from you!

Work Arrangement : Onsite

Pay Range: $21.43 - $29.00 per hour

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 10paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 80 hours annually, 64 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws; tuition reimbursement at the maximum amount of $5,250 per employee per calendar year, ;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 contact keenehr@markem-imaje.com for assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.

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