Senior Buyer/Planner - Coherent Corp.

The Advanced Crystal Group in Coherent's Budd Lake, NJ facility has a great opportunity for an experienced Buyer/Planner. The successful candidate will support manufacturing operations in our growing product line of Optical Fibers and Components. We are seeking a high-energy individual with a strong continuous improvement ethic. This is a fast-paced, highly technical and continually evolving manufacturing business with significant growth potential.

Responsibilities include:

• Create and maintain BOM and routing information in the ERP system
• Integrate new products into existing manufacturing departments
• Execute work orders based on MRP outputs
• Monitor the movement of material through the production cycle
• Handle Outside Processing Planning, including creating requisitions for various outside services and the associated coordination of parts movement in/out of plant
• Maintain open work order reports for accuracy in all manufacturing departments
• Schedule sales order and related planning functions
• Schedule, track, and communicate order dates to other Coherent entities
• Assist team with on-going inventory programs
• Track, expedite, and communicate shortages with stakeholders
• Support R&D planning functions.
• Select sources, negotiate prices, place orders and oversee accompanying documentation
• Special projects as required

Experience and Education:

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• 3+ years of related experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with MRP systems required; experience with Oracle preferred
• Previous experience with setting up new items in ERP system strongly desired
• Proficiency with MS Office, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Good written and oral communication skills

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity - Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration - Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability - Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect - Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm - Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR), applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8. U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com .Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.Job Summary: The Advanced Crystal Group in Coherent's Budd Lake, NJ facility has a great opportunity for an experienced Buyer/Planner. The successful candidate will support manufacturing operations in our growing product line of Optical Fibers and Components. We are seeking a high-energy individual with a strong continuous improvement ethic This is a fast-paced, highly technical and continually evolving manufacturing business with significant growth potential.