Buyer/Planner

Description

 *** THIS IS AN ON -SITE POSITION LOCATED IN AURORA, OHIO *** 

About Us: 

LayerZero Power Systems Inc. is a globally recognized leader in providing state-of-the-art power distribution solutions for critical industries. With a strong focus on reliability, innovation, and customer satisfaction, we deliver advanced power systems products that ensure uninterrupted and dependable power supply in mission-critical environments. Our customer base is comprised of companies in the data center (our main focus), financial, computer service provision, and semiconductor manufacturing sectors LayerZero Power Systems is on a trajectory of sustained growth, with a loyal customer base of existing Fortune 100 customers and an expanding portfolio of new customers. 

Position Description: Buyer/Planner 

We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Buyer/Planner to join our team. As the Buyer Planner, you are primarily  responsible for the ongoing procurement and negotiations of materials, components, equipment, supplies, and services that meet the quality standards of the company. This role evaluates and analyzes supplier quotes, negotiates prices, maintains relationships with vendors, and ensures orders are delivered on time. You would assume full responsibility for planning requirements and supply chain management to ensure timely (scheduled) deliveries of goods and services within budget and/or standard costs. Perform material requirements planning, work with the supply base to ensure material availability, and resolve gaps in availability, capacity, quality, and cost. Follow up on supplier issues related to quality, delivery, and price, and communicate issues to stakeholders. Create forecasts, contribute to sales and operations planning.  

Primary Duties: 

• Purchases parts, equipment, and materials by preparing request for quotations and submitting purchase orders with approved suppliers. Issues purchase orders and agreements that accurately reflect price, schedule, terms, and conditions as negotiated with suppliers. 
• Works with Manufacturing and Process personnel to plan, schedule and manage rough cut production capacity load to ensure maximum on-time delivery. 
• Responsible for maintenance and accuracy of open purchase orders, quotes and work orders. Maintains accurate lead times for assigned commodities. 
• Monitors and evaluates production performance to plan and supplier performance. Advises appropriate personnel of production issues or impending supplier failures that may delay production or delivery. 
• Resolves shipment quality discrepancies by mediating supplier/manufacturing issues. Facilitates the resolution of issues by arranging and participating in conferences between suppliers and company personnel. 
• Maintains a variety of schedules, records, and reports pertaining to the tracking of materials through the production cycle and availability of production resources. 
• Negotiates and settles damage claims, rejections, losses, return of materials, over-shipments, cancellations and engineering changes with suppliers. 
• Assists in executing system transactions needed to support the receipt, storage and transferring of material. 
• Responsible for inventory levels. Generates tracking reports and performs data entry as required. 
• Participates in continuous improvement activities and provides suggestions for cost reduction and efficiency improvements. 
• Participates in supplier site visits and evaluates them as to production capability, performance, delivery, and other key business criteria. May complete supplier certification as part of a technical and/or quality team 

Requirements

 Experience & Skills: 

• 3–5+ years of experience in buying, planning, or supply chain management, preferably in a manufacturing environment. 
• Strong knowledge of fabricated metals and coatings processes is highly desirable. 
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel. 
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills. 
• Strong problem-solving abilities, detail orientation, and ability to manage competing priorities. 
• APICS/ISM certification (CPIM, CSCP, CPSM) a plus. 

Education:  

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, Operations Management, or related field (or equivalent experience). 

What We Offer: 

• Competitive pay with performance incentives 
• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision 
• 401(k) with company match 
• 3 weeks PTO, 8 paid holidays, and 2 floating holidays 

Why You Will Love Working with Us: 

• Impact: Develop your skills and expertise in a rapidly growing industry, with your work directly influencing the success of mission-critical projects. 
• Innovation: Immerse yourself in an environment that celebrates forward-thinking and continuous improvement. 
• Collaborative spirit: Work closely with engineers, marketers, and other professionals to bring ideas to life. 
• Grow with us: We are committed to your personal and professional development, offering endless opportunities to improve your skills and advance your career 

At LayerZero, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.