About Prysmian
Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year, the company manufactures thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video, and data transmission for the telecommunication sector.
We are 30,000 employees, across 50+ countries. Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us.
Work Location: Taunton, MA
Work Schedule: weekday, day shift
Compensation range: $49,140.00 to $93,073.00
Position Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Buyer/Planner to join our operations team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the procurement of materials, components, and services needed to support production schedules and business operations.
Responsibilities:
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Place all Purchase Requisitions for services and maintenance for the plant. Enter and review purchase orders in SAP.
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Assist other depts with PO entry.
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Maintain blanket POs for plant to include Fastenal.
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Hazardous Waste review/signoff for Maintenance (requires DOT&MADEP & USEAP certified)
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Set up new vendors in PM4.
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Order office supplies for plant.
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Manage inventory of Reel and Pallet and Print Wheel and place orders as needed.
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Manage raw materials inventory utilizing scheduled and forecasted demand while maintaining necessary safety stocks and delivery promise to support monthly goals.
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Review requisitions and issue purchase orders daily for all required raw materials while maintaining targeted inventory levels.
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This role focuses on Compound Mixing Raw Materials, Purchased Compounds, Colorants, Fiber, Intercompany Materials, Trial Orders.
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Daily interaction with suppliers, sub-contracted partners, and transportation to meet delivery promise, deliver in an expedited scenario and be a major contributor to superior internal and external customer service.
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Daily interaction and collaboration with internal Prysmian functions such as Plant Controller, Purchasing, Plant Receiving, Plant Scheduling.
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Ensure materials are available to meet production schedules as directed by the Master Scheduler and/or detailed schedulers.
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Analyze and disposition slow moving and obsolete inventory.
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Perform routine cycle counting of raw materials as required to maintain inventory accuracy.
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Function as the local inventory expert for all areas and become a key player in periodic physical inventories.
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Pro-actively investigate and resolve vendor problems and complaints. Secure RMA’s, credits, replacement material, issue DMR’s and requests for corrective action as required.
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Keep operations team informed of issues that may need further assistance for resolution.
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Manage internal relationships vendor relationships, materials forecasting, materials returns, material set up.
Knowledge and skill requirements:
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Associate degree or a minimum of 2 years’ experience.
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Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
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1-3 yrs. of experience in a business environment.
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1-3 yrs. SAP and Excel experience.
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Ability to work as part of a team and to work independently.
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Strong sense of urgency.
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Strong problem-solving skills.
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Attention to detail.
Prysmian, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.
All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
Visit our DE&I Page to learn more about Prysmian’s commitments.
Your application data will be treated according to our Data Protection Policy. If you believe you require assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact us at [email protected].
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