Buyer/Planner
Location: Houston, Tx 77073
Schedule: Monday–Friday | Full-Time
Pay: 60,000 - 80,000
About the Role
We are seeking a highly organized and analytical Procurement Planner to join our team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for ensuring materials and supplies are available to support production schedules while maintaining cost efficiency and strong supplier relationships.
The ideal candidate has experience in procurement, inventory planning, ERP systems, and supplier coordination within a manufacturing or industrial setting.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain procurement plans to ensure timely material availability
- Analyze inventory levels, forecasts, and production schedules to determine purchasing needs
- Create and process purchase orders accurately and efficiently
- Track procurement activities from order placement through delivery
- Coordinate with suppliers regarding pricing, delivery schedules, and order status
- Monitor supplier performance and resolve supply chain disruptions
- Partner with production, logistics, warehouse, finance, and operations teams to support business needs
- Maintain and update ERP systems and procurement databases
- Prepare procurement reports and inventory analysis using Excel
- Conduct supplier and market research to identify cost-saving opportunities
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and process optimization
- Maintain documentation and purchasing records with high accuracy
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related field preferred
- 3–5+ years of procurement, purchasing, supply chain, inventory planning, or related experience
- Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred
- Strong understanding of procurement and inventory management processes
- Proficiency with ERP systems and procurement software
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (reporting, data analysis, spreadsheets)
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- Excellent organization, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities
- Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with supplier negotiations and vendor management
- Knowledge of contract administration and procurement compliance
- Professional certification (CPM, CPSM, APICS, etc.) is a plus
- Continuous improvement or process optimization experience preferred
What Success Looks Like
- Materials arrive on time with minimal production disruptions
- Inventory levels remain optimized
- Supplier relationships are maintained effectively
- Procurement processes improve efficiency and reduce cost
- Internal teams receive strong support and communication
Apply today to join a collaborative team focused on operational excellence and supply chain success.
Work Location: In person
