Buyer Planner

Job Description

Buyer Planner

Location : North Venice, FL 34275

Compensation Range: $62,000 - $77,000 depending on relevant experience and qualifications

Shift/Work Schedule : Monday – Friday day shift hours

Position Summary

Under general supervision, the Buyer Planner

- Manages flow of materials, parts, and assemblies between sections or departments.

- Coordinates material needs for manufacturing lines of difficult complexity or with greatest financial impact if errors occur.

- Initiates and follows established procedures.

- Makes decisions affecting the financial performance of the company.

- Executes strategic action plans.

- Implements and maintains processes that support Supply Chain department metrics.

- Receives requisitions and/or request for purchase and/or execute material release against an active supply agreement then enters into the MRP II system.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

- Data Entry – Will be required to transfer data from one document to another.
- Maintaining Quotes & Pricing – Will be required to ensure that all part quotes and pricing are up to date.
- Understand Planning Workbooks – Each planner will have a personalized Bucket based on their production lines. Must be able to read and comprehend their buckets.
- Plan Individual Production Lines – Each planner will be responsible for multiple lines; learning to prioritize stock-outs and maintaining stock levels will be critical.
- Convert Requisitions to Purchase Orders – Will be responsible for sending system generated Requisitions to each vendor after reviewing their planner workbook.
- Submit Tech Connects for BOM corrections – If needed Tech Connects will need submitted to help fix demand issues with parts.
- Expediting & Prioritizing Low Stock Items – In the event of a stock out or low stock status, the buyer planner will need to be able to execute and expedite material to limit the amount of disruption for production line(s).
- Purchase Order Maintenance – Maintaining and closing PO’s as needed.
- Review Supplier Delivery Performance - Weekly Supplier Delivery Performance Reports will need to be reviewed and updated by each planner.
- Daily Tier Walks with Production – Morning Tier Walks will be necessary to ensure collaboration and communication continues.
- Understanding Blueprints – Needs to understand basic Blueprint reading. Often the planner will need to help other departments identify material.
- Ability to maintain and modify backhaul schedules for necessary suppliers.
- Others as requested.

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Business preferred
- Willing to travel domestically on occasion as needed
- Must demonstrate planning, analytical, and organizational skills.
- Customer service skills are a plus.
- Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in purchasing and/or Supply.
- Experience using common PC software, including MS Office, working knowledge of ERP with an understanding of bills of materials and supporting data of the operating system and the understanding and ability to apply the principles of Lean Manufacturing and Kanban systems required.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

- Manufacturing floor environment with frequent walking, and standing, and occasional climbing, lifting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and balancing.
- Frequent use of eye, hand, and finger coordination enabling the use of office machinery.
- Oral and auditory capacity enabling interpersonal communication as well as communication through automated devices such as the telephone.

About MITER Brands

MITER Brands is one of the nation’s leading manufacturers of residential windows and doors, serving both the new construction and replacement markets. Founded in 1947, the company brings together a family of industry-leading brands united by a passion for quality, innovation, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Its portfolio includes MI Windows and Doors, Milgard Windows & Doors, PGT Windows, Western Architectural Openings, Anlin Windows & Doors, and Sunrise Windows & Doors. With manufacturing facilities nationwide, MITER Brands is committed to a people-first culture that delivers exceptional products, outstanding customer experiences, and inspiring opportunities for team members, customers, and communities alike.

Ready to Grow Your Career?

Join a team that values safety, quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement. If you're looking for an opportunity to make an impact and build a rewarding career with a leading manufacturer, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to become part of the MITER Brands team.

What We Offer

At MITER Brands, we invest in your health, wealth, and wellness. Our comprehensive benefits package supports you and your eligible spouse/dependents while helping you achieve your personal and professional goals.

We offer competitive pay, a 401(k) with company match, and generous paid time off to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Health & Wellness

- Three comprehensive medical plan options
- Prescription drug coverage
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Teladoc virtual healthcare services
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Annual Wellness Clinic

Financial Protection

- Company-paid Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Company-paid Short-Term Disability
- Company-paid Long-Term Disability
- Supplemental Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits

- Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Legal Insurance
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Team Member Discount Program

MITER Brands, including MI Windows and Doors, Milgard, and PGT Innovations, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Work Authorization and Sponsorship Disclosure:

The Company does not offer employer sponsorship at this time. Therefore, candidates must provide truthful and complete information regarding their eligibility to work in the U.S. and any current or future need for employment sponsorship. Misrepresentation regarding work authorization or sponsorship need at any stage of the hiring process will result in disqualification from consideration, rescission of an employment offer, or termination of employment.