Purchaser Planner I

Thorlabs • Sterling, VA • 1h ago

Thorlabs is pleased to play a role in advancing science through the components, instruments, and systems we design and manufacture. We believe that science and innovation have great potential to improve the world around us and are committed to advancing photonics (i.e., light-based) technologies that positively impact our customers, employees, and communities. Via educational outreach and more sustainable business practices, we continuously invest in a brighter future. We recognize that each of our employees is a unique individual with the ability to contribute to our success and seek to find great people who will thrive in our fun, fast-paced culture.

The position is responsible for but not limited to assisting planning, purchasing, forecasting, and inventory management for the Virginia Imaging Systems Group by:

Working with operations, manufacturing, Engineering R&D, internal sales, and overseas offices

Negotiating prices, establishing lead times and purchasing products,

Planning, scheduling of machine shop and inventory management.

Responsibilities of the Purchaser Planner I position will include, purchasing consumables and project work to reduce costs and improve processes, as well as ongoing vendor evaluations Works under general supervision.

Inventory Control and Inventory Planning (Safety Stock, forecast, build/order size).

Purchasing (Daily purchasing, expediting, date and data management).

Initiates and participates in purchasing improvement and cost reduction programs.

Generate special and periodic reports as required or directed.

Review Document and Data.

Review company back orders.

Product Availability and Lead Time calculation.

The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Requirements

Experience:

Minimum 1 years of experience in a similar position.

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent or equivalent work experience

Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

Strong Inventory planning skills

Understanding of safety stock, forecasting, and made-to-order products

Strong understanding of how a product moves through an ERP system

Strong knowledge of transaction processing

Knowledge and understanding of BOMs and how they impact the forecast, purchase, and manufacturing requirements

Strong sense of ownership

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong computer skills including Microsoft Excel

Excellent organizational skills

Strong ability to work well in a group atmosphere and comply with high quality standards.

Strong ability to shift from one task to another to address changing production priorities.

The estimated pay range for this role is $57,400 - $ 71,800 annually

Thorlabs values its diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identify or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.

Benefits

Thorlabs offers a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, a generous PTO package, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement just to name a few.

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