Planner/Buyer

Company: Vontier
Location: Greensboro
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

Purpose of PositionThis role has a critical function in the execution of production requirements and customer satisfaction through the procurement of raw materials at the right time and for the right quantity.Utilization of pull replenishment strategies to drive optimal inventory replenishment levels as well as make necessary strategy changes through the production cycle are critical and part of the key responsibilities for this role.The procedures involve direct contact with suppliers, transportation carriers, customer service, engineering, marketing, and operations staff to meet and exceed current and projected customer requirements.Key Responsibilities

• Utilize pull replenishment material strategy to execute Purchase Orders
• Lead and participate in pull replenishment deployment within production areas of the factory
• Change and drive optimal inventory levels through analysis of lead time, average daily usage, and other critical levers of materials systems analysis
• Responsible for Purchase Order maintenance with suppliers to drive supplier On Time Delivery improvements
• Manage item master data specific to material sizing inputs
• Monitor Purchase Orders and Late Purchase Orders with suppliers, and manage inventory levels to mitigate stock out risk
• Manage supplier consignment level by way of establishing and maintaining min/max/Reorder Point levels
• Drive Root Cause and Corrective actions to implement short term and permanent solutions at improved material flow
• Lead quarterly On Time Delivery review with key suppliers
• Frequently participate in, and lead, continuous improvement workshops (Kaizens) with cross-functional team members to improve quality, delivery, and productivity
• Manage material transfers, New Product Introduction (NPI), Engineering Change Notice (ECN) and End of Life (EOL) to support production and minimize material obsolescence
• Provide raw material forecasts to suppliers
  • Bachelor's in business, Supply Chain, Operations, or Engineering is preferred or 10 years equivalent experience
  • Prefer 5 years of materials replenishment experience
  • Proficient understanding of material pull systems and methods
  • Strong and proven track record of continuous improvement
  • Capable to work without close supervision
  • Functions effectively in a fast paced, multi-disciplinary environment
  • Prone to take accountability and risks
    
    Here are just a few things you will get when you join Gilbarco, Inc.!
    • Market competitive compensation and benefits.
    • Paid Company Holidays, Vacation time, and flex time.
    • 401k Company Matching
    • Tuition Reimbursement opportunity
    • Referral Bonus opportunity (Between $500-$5,000 based on the level of the position filled)
    • and so much more!
      The world depends on Gilbarco Veeder-Root products to stay moving. We are the worldwide technology leader for retail and commercial fueling operations. We continue to evolve as smart cities, urbanization, electrification of vehicles, and advanced vehicle diagnostics drive the industry forward. Offering the broadest range of innovative, integrated solutions in the industry, Gilbarco Veeder-Root has delivered value, built extraordinary teams, and earned customer trust for more than 150 years.
      
      Vontier is a $3B global industrial technology company focused on smarter transportation and mobility. Our five operating companies-Gilbarco Veeder-Root, Global Traffic Technologies, Teletrac Navman, Matco Tools, and Hennessy Industries-are united by a powerful purpose: mobilizing the future to create a better world. Our portfolio of trusted brands includes market-leading expertise in mobility technologies, retail and commercial fueling, fleet management, telematics, vehicle diagnostics and repair, and smart cities. Vontier's pioneering solutions advance safety, security, efficiency, and environmental compliance worldwide.Energized by our shared purpose and values, we have a strong culture shaped by a deep organization-wide commitment to inclusion, diversity, and equity (ID&E) and corporate responsibility. Eight vibrant global employee resource groups serve as powerful focal points for connection, community, and advocacy, and we actively support community causes through Vontier Cares. We offer flexible remote and in-person, open-space work options.The Vontier Business System (VBS), our engine for success and our competitive advantage, powers every aspect of our business performance through a continuous improvement mindset. As we look to the future, we will continue to evolve VBS to prepare our teams for new challenges and opportunities, and to stay on the forefront of changing technologies through fast iteration and focused experimentation. To learn more about us visit: www.vontier.com.
      "Vontier Corporation and all Vontier Companies are equal opportunity employers that evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and other characteristics protected by law."

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