Buyer/Planner

About Justrite Safety Group

At Justrite Safety Group, we're more than just a collection of industrial safety companies; we're a dynamic organization dedicated to protecting people, property, and the planet. Our ever-growing portfolio of companies collaborates to deliver advanced industrial safety solutions that set the standard for excellence.

As our business continues to grow, we continue to look for top talent to join our team as we lead the charge in revolutionizing industrial safety, ensuring that every worker returns home safe, every workplace remains secure, and our environment thrives for generations to come. With Justrite Safety Group, safety isn't just a priority-it's our passion.

Our Facility Safety division offers a diverse range of facility safety and 5S workplace organization products designed to enhance operational safety and productivity. Our portfolio includes ergonomic matting, safety identification and signage, material handling solutions, facility protection items, and traffic control products. We also provide 5S solutions, such as tool shadow boards, to improve efficiency in lean manufacturing environments. By integrating safety and organization, we empower businesses to protect their employees and optimize operations, resulting in increased productivity and cost savings.

The Contribution You'll bring to this Role:

Justrite Safety Group is seeking a Buyer Planner to work onsite from our Mattoon, IL location. This role is responsible for developing and executing demand plans to ensure timely replenishment for fulfillment centers and distribution. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining optimal inventory levels, driving supply chain efficiency, and supporting overall business operations through effective demand forecasting and collaboration with internal teams.

In this role, you will report directly to the Director of Operations & Supply Chain, setting the stage for your career to soar! This role is your gateway to opportunities for advancement, with the potential to grow within the organization in 3-5 years as you make meaningful contributions to our organizational goals.

About the Team:

As a member of our Supply Chain team, you'll have the opportunity to work with industry-leading suppliers and logistics partners, ensuring efficient and timely delivery of products that keep our customers safe. Our supply chain team is dedicated to optimizing processes, reducing lead times, and maintaining strong supplier relationships to meet our high standards of quality and reliability. With a focus on operational excellence and continuous improvement, you'll be part of a team recognized for its strategic contributions to the company's success. This role offers the chance to collaborate with top professionals in the field, playing a key role in driving the growth and efficiency of a company that's a leader in safety solutions.

What You'll Do at Justrite:

• Execute the planning, scheduling, and coordination of inventory replenishment for business unit distribution centers.

• Ensures proper flow of inbound materials to meet production and customer requirements. Uses reporting tools and ERP to determine inventory trends and adjust safety stock, order points and order quantities

• Records Management: Review requisition orders to verify accuracy, terminology, and specifications. Prepare, maintain and review purchasing files, reports and price lists. Compare supplier's bills with bids and purchase orders to verify accuracy. Enters Daily receiving into the system.

• Commodity Management: Monitor in-house non-inventory supplies Handle Kanban releases and perform buying duties to ensure flow of inbound material. Determine if inventory quantities are sufficient for needs. Manages Commodities as assigned by Purchasing Manager. Find opportunities to improve PPV by finding better suppliers in-term of cost, quality control, delivery, inventory turns and reliability. Track commodities price trend and maintain records. Resolves purchasing problems between departments and vendors; manages expediting on needed product and past due parts to meet production/ operational needs.

• Collects and monitors supplier on time delivery metrics to ensure consistent performance that meets requirements and demands of the fulfillment schedule.

• Participates in daily management huddles and meetings to support business needs.

• Participate in managing plant budget, which includes controlling, material costs, inbound and outbound freight, inventory variance and obsolescence expenses.

• Actively participates in creating cost savings opportunities and formally tracks and reports these opportunities monthly. Reviews and analyzes purchased product and raw material costs and cost trends. Creates monthly report of Purchase Price Variance for inbound materials, purchased inventory, and supplies.

• Report on forecast accuracy and analyze data to determine root cause of error in an effort for continuous improvement.

• Assist with the planning, scheduling, and coordinating of the demand model.

• Develop independent demand forecast models for multiple domestic and international fulfillment centers that drive supply chain planning processes.

• Work with materials, warehouse logistics, inventory levels, increase inventory turns.

• Suppliers primarily based in China, Europe, Brazil and the US - Must be able to manage lead times (batch shipping) in the demand model.

• Report OTD and Fill Rate metrics to Executive Leadership and Perform Root Cause & Corrective Action analysis to drive Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Review historical sales trends, research demand drivers, prepare forecast data, develop statistical forecast models, and evaluate forecast results.

Your Skills and Expertise:

To ensure your success from day one in this role, Justrite requires the following qualifications at a minimum:

• 4+ years' experience as a scheduler, demand planner, or buyer
• Experience demand planning and executing purchase requisitions based upon both MRP and MIN/MAX based planning systems
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and negotiate price and delivery requirements with a global supply base
• Understanding of continuous improvement principles and methods, including Kanban, Point of Use (POUS) material, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Line Balancing, etc.
• Strong Excel skills strongly desired (v-lookups, pivot tables, etc.)
• Strong Analytical and Problem-Solving skills
• Strong forecasting and modeling ability, an analytical mind that can assist in minimizing disruptions.
• Ability to work in a team environment; assertive, persuasive, and diplomatic.
• Ability to prioritize and organize a demanding workload in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic Cost understanding is important Decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze information and develop recommendations.
• MRO Buying a plus
• B.A. /B. S preferred, and or other field related or equivalent work experience.

Compensation:

The position offers a competitive base salary ranging from $70,000 to $75,000.

Actual base salaries will vary and may be above or below the recommended pay range based on factors such as but not limited to location, relevant experience and performance. Additionally, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan to enhance their overall total compensation package when Justrite Safety Group and their business units achieve annual business and financial targets.

Benefits:

Our benefits package at Justrite Safety Group is designed to be the best in the industry, offering everything you need to support your career and personal well-being. You'll receive a competitive salary paired with an extensive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. We understand the importance of work-life balance, so we offer flexible hours and remote work options, giving you the freedom to manage your time effectively. These options vary depending on the specific roles and business needs.

Your financial future is secure with our 401K plan, complete with a company match, and you're protected with company-paid short and long-term disability insurance. To ensure you're at your best, we also offer generous paid time off, personal days, and a robust employee wellness program that supports your overall health and happiness. At Justrite, our benefits package is designed to help you thrive both in and out of the workplace.

Why Choose Justrite Safety Group?

As a leading name in the safety industry, Justrite provides a platform where you can collaborate with some of the best professionals in the field, learning from experts and contributing to cutting-edge solutions. The company's commitment to excellence and innovation ensures that you'll be part of a team that is making a real impact. With a strong focus on career advancement, Justrite empowers its employees to thrive both personally and professionally, making it an ideal workplace for those looking to grow their careers in a meaningful and rewarding environment.

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to product excellence and making a positive impact in our company, and in our community!