Buyer Planner

Descripción y detalle de las actividades

The Buyer Planner is responsible for supporting all aspects of Supply Planning, including purchasing, materials planning, logistics coordination, inventory management, master data maintenance, and order fulfillment. This role ensures material availability to support production and customer demand while maintaining optimal inventory levels. The Buyer Planner works closely with cross-functional teams and other Sonova locations to support supply chain performance, improve operational efficiency, and contribute to cost reduction and customer satisfaction initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Support the development and execution of supply plans, including purchasing, inventory management, and material planning.

Place purchase orders and monitor supplier deliveries to ensure material availability.

Maintain optimal inventory levels while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.

Coordinate logistics activities to support timely material deliveries and order fulfillment.

Monitor inventory, delivery performance, transportation costs, and supply chain efficiency.

Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Customer Service, and other Sonova sites to support supply requirements.

Analyze planning and inventory data to identify risks, shortages, and opportunities for improvement.

Maintain accurate planning parameters and master data in SAP, WMS, and other business systems.

Support forecasting activities, new product introductions (NPI), and product phase-out planning.

Assist in identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance supply chain performance and customer satisfaction.

Generate and maintain reports and KPIs to support operational decision-making.

Ensure data integrity and accuracy within planning and purchasing systems.

Support additional duties and projects as assigned.

Experiencia y requisitos

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

3+ years of experience in Buyer Planning, Supply Chain, or a manufacturing environment.

Experience with SAP; PLM knowledge is a plus.

Knowledge of Sales Orders, Work Orders, MRP, and BOMs.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

English proficiency (85% or higher).

APICS or ISM certification is a plus.

Beneficios

Beneficios de acuerdo a la LFT

Número de vacantes 1

Área Compras

Contrato Permanente

Modalidad Presencial

Turno Diurno

Jornada Tiempo Completo

Horario

Tiempo completo

Lunes a viernes

Estudios Carrera con título profesional

Inglés Hablado: Avanzado, Escrito: Avanzado

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