Buyer Planner II - PCI Pharma Services

Position Title: Buyer/ Planner II
Location: Philadelphia, PA - Red Lion Road
Department: Purchasing
Shift: 1st
Reporting To: Supply Chain Manager
Responsible For (Staff): no

The Buyer/Planner II will procure component parts to fulfill key customer requirements according to the standard procurement and inventory management processes. The Planner/Buyer II will follow business rules that govern lot sizes, lead times, and other parameters of orders. The Planner/Buyer II will also take responsive action to key customer changes in specifications, order quantity, or delivery dates. Handles vendor relations of a larger and more significant nature based on volume than a Buyer/Planner I. Play a key role in the continuous improvement of PCI's processes and information.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Purchase component parts so as to fulfill key customer Binding Forecasts and/or P.O.s for Packaged Product.
* Review and Analyze inventory on hand ensuring additional components are placed on order to fulfill customer orders.
* Handle purchasing contracts of larger/significant value or importance.
* Obtain approval for P.O.s in accordance with approval authorization levels prior to placement with supplier.
* Ensure on-time delivery of component parts and communicate any issues with on-time delivery.
* Expedite overdue component purchase orders with vendors to support production and facilities activity.
* Expedite component purchase orders with vendors that are required to fulfill customer orders having less than standard lead time. Effectively communicate cost impact to Business Unit to pass onto customers.
* Facilitate IQA to ensure timely release of components.
* Re-plan and reschedule component open orders in reaction to customer changes to quantity or ship date of their orders.
* Work with key customers/Business Units to ensure correct components are ordered as a result of artwork changes; verify pricing to quote and re-price if necessary; communicate price variances with management. Ensure artwork proofs are relayed from customer to vendor.
* Processes vendors change form for new vendors and any changes to existing in JDE.
* Monitor's material status and effectively communicates ppv.
* Acquire and negotiate pricing with vendors.
* Manage and monitor Open Order Book with vendors.
* Coordinate with the Business Units to document any quantity, specification and due date changes for any customer purchase orders.
* Coordinate with the Business Units on vendor specifications changes
* Identify obsolete and expired component parts inventory by SKU for each customer and communicate to the Business Unit.
* Track and maintain vendor performance management including SNC's including disposition of cost recovery.
* Take direction and guidance from the Supply Chain Manager and participate in corporate initiatives.
* Facilitates bi-weekly inventory meetings with business unit to review aged inventory.
* Participate in customer meetings, as needed.
* Includes understanding the special needs and requirements specific to each assigned customer as well as the packaging industry, in general.
* Assist in the maintenance of the item master file for components with up-to-date data including lead times, contacts, minimum order quantities, etc.
* Performs other duties as assigned by Supply Chain Manager.

Special Demands:

* Stationary Position: From 1/4 to 1/2 of the day.
* Move, Traverse: From 1/4 to 1/2 of the day.
* Operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, or place: Up to 1/4 of the day.
* Install, place, adjust, apply, measure, use, or signal: Up to 1/4 of the day.
* Ascend/Descend or Work Atop:
* Position self (to) or Move (about or to): Up to 1/4 of the day.
* Communicate or exchange information: From 1/2 to 3/4 of the day.
* Detect, distinguish, or determine: Up to 1/4 of the day.

On an average day, the individual can expect to move and/or transport up to 10 pounds
less than 1/4 of the day.

Required:

* Bachelor's degree (B.A.) in related field required.
* 6 years procurement experience with a minimum of 4 years of experience working in an MRP environment.
* College Level Mathematical Skills
* Possess and demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills
* Possess excellent proactive problem-solving and analytical skills
* Possess ability to work within team-based environment
* Self-motivated, disciplined, focused, works well under pressure, and is able to prioritize work
* Well organized, detail-oriented, possess ability to multi-task
* Proficient with computer and internet
* Working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems
* Interact effectively with a variety of individuals and personalities both within and outside the organization.
* Must possess the ability to bridge relationships with a variety of individuals and between various departments and levels of the organization
* Must possess the ability to collaborate effectively with leaders in both supplier and vendor organizations
* Knowledge and experience in a cGMP environment.

Preferred:

* Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.
* Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
* Ability to define problems; collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
* Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to effectively present information to management, and vendors.
* To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of JD Edwards Manufacturing software; Microsoft, Excel, Word, & Power Point.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled