Job Summary
The Buyer/Planner is responsible for supporting production and customer demand through effective material planning, purchasing, and scheduling activities. This role utilizes MRP/ERP systems to manage raw material procurement, supplier performance, inventory levels, and production schedules while ensuring timely delivery and cost efficiency. The position works closely with cross‑functional teams and external suppliers to maintain material flow, resolve issues, and support manufacturing execution.
Essential Functions:
Safety:
Embrace the values of the Enpro safety pledge in each of the responsibilities below. Participate in the organization’s safety culture and aim to continuously improve safety within all aspects of your work.
Respect:
Foster a work environment that promotes mutual respect of all colleagues and creates an environment focused on a dual-bottom line.
Excellence:
Promote the Sealing Technologies and Enpro culture around creating value and driving excellence in our organization by:
- Obtain competitive supplier quotations prior to purchase order issuance to ensure cost‑effective sourcing.
- Plan, issue, and manage purchase orders for raw materials and outside services required to support production requirements.
- Proactively communicate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of raw materials and outsourced services.
- Monitor and evaluate supplier performance, including on‑time delivery, quality, lead times, and cost competitiveness.
- Support resolution of supplier invoice variances in coordination with Finance.
- Support execution of stocking strategies to meet material demand while maintaining target inventory levels.
- Utilize MRP reporting to determine material requirements and drive purchasing and production planning decisions.
- Create and maintain executable production schedules aligned to customer demand and available production capacity.
- Review customer purchase orders prior to order entry to validate delivery dates and scheduling feasibility.
- Maintain effective cross‑functional communication to ensure material flow continuity and provide production status updates.
- Create and issue work order packets to the production floor to support accurate and timely execution.
Job Competencies & Qualifications:
- MRP / ERP proficiency with strong Excel skills; ability to analyze data and support planning and purchasing decisions
- Purchasing experience including supplier communication and price negotiation
- Strong understanding of manufacturing, lean principles, lead‑time drivers, and supply chain concepts
- High attention to detail with strong organizational skills in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
- Ability to communicate clearly, collaborate cross‑functionally, and influence stakeholders at all levels
- Ability to balance short‑term operational needs with long‑term business and capacity objectives
- Proven ability to manage competing priorities, work independently or in teams, and drive decisions using data
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field preferred.
- Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.
- 3–5 years of experience in purchasing, materials planning, supply chain, or manufacturing operations.
- Hands‑on experience with MRP/ERP systems and strong Microsoft Excel proficiency.
- Experience supporting production schedules, inventory management, and supplier coordination.
- Manufacturing environment experience required.
- CPIM/CSCP professional certification preferred.
EEO Culture Statement:
Enpro is a leading industrial technology company focused on critical applications across many end-markets, including semiconductor, industrial process, commercial vehicle, sustainable power generation, aerospace, food and pharma, photonics and life sciences. The company operates in two segments: Sealing Products and Advanced Surface Technologies.
At Enpro, we believe that diversity drives innovation and inclusion fosters growth. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Our employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military service, or any other status protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Human Resources, and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.
Technetics Group is a subsidiary of Enpro, a leading industrial technology company focused on critical applications across many end-markets, including semiconductor, industrial process, commercial vehicle, sustainable power generation, aerospace, food and pharma, photonics and life sciences.
Enpro Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. We will not sponsor employment visas now or in the future for this job.
This position involves access to information that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant’s capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls.
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Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- Buyer: 2 years (Preferred)
- Planning: 2 years (Preferred)
- Manufacturing Supply Chain: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
