Buyer/Planner I

Pets deserve the best care. At Vetsource, we build the foundation for success, enabling those in the pet healthcare profession and industry to thrive. Our data-powered platform simplifies processes and streamlines systems, helping those we serve create tighter bonds with their customers. From prescription management and pet owner engagement to veterinary business performance data and insights, Vetsource provides comprehensive solutions that give our customers more time and flexibility, and help them foster strong relationships and positive experiences. In a rapidly evolving world, we’re constantly seeking new ways to help our customers chart a course for a better, brighter future for pets and those who care for them.

If you love pets, want to have an impact and join a fantastic organization, Vetsource could be the place for you.

At Vetsource, our teams, much like our customers, are represented through diverse perspectives, life experiences, unique strengths (and love for animals). We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

We are a team of real people looking for great people to join us, which is why applications are carefully and thoughtfully reviewed by our team. We know that when considering a new opportunity, it's common to weigh your qualifications against the listed job criteria. That said, even if you don’t meet 100% of the job requirements but feel you would be a good fit for the role, we still encourage you to apply!

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Buyer/Planner I

The Buyer/Planner I is responsible, under the direction of the Supply Planning Manager and/or senior Purchasing team members, for providing foundational operational support to the Purchasing team while building functional supply chain expertise via execution in the areas of procurement, inventory management, demand planning, and operational activities, ensuring customer service levels and financial targets meet set strategic objectives. This position learns to leverage best practices, technologies, cross-functional internal and external collaborations to maintain and improve data analysis, processes, and communications in a sustainable and scalable manner.

This is a full-time, hybrid position at our Sandy Office, located at 17014 NE Sandy Blvd. Portland, OR 97230.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

- Demand Planning. Support preparation and maintenance of all aspects of forecasts across multiple locations using various methodologies within the ERP demand planning module to translate customer demand, promotions, new product introductions, product lifecycle changes, and other business requirements into actionable demand plans that support product availability and business objectives. Facilitate understanding of past out-of-stock and demand shift situations to influence forward statistical models.
- Supply Management . Support supply planning, replenishment, purchase order management, supply alignment, and tactical supplier management to ensure supply capabilities are aligned with demand, service expectations, inventory objectives, and business requirements. Execute process from creation to close, including escalations for expediting, discrepancy resolution, changes, active monitoring and reporting of performance.
- Inventory Management . Support inventory planning, optimization, health, and disposition across locations to maintain appropriate inventory levels, improve product availability, manage inventory investment, and balance service, cost, risk, and operational requirements by utilizing tools, technology, and internal & external collaboration.
- Supplier Relationship Management . Support strong supplier relationships and performance management to enable product availability, service, cost, quality, and business requirements. Support regular supplier reviews, facilitate supplier performance tracking, and collaborate with supplier partners to identify and implement strategies to improve efficiency, and minimize supply risks.
- Plan and Prioritize Work. Plan, prioritize, and execute assigned responsibilities while managing workload, meeting commitments, and adapting to changing business priorities.
- Monitor & Analyze Operational Performance. Maintain and execute daily operational reporting, KPI dashboards, and tracking tools established by senior team members. Monitor assigned portfolio activities to identify risks, investigate routine exceptions, and analyze data trends to communicate performance impacts across service, cost, and quality.
- Maintain Data Integrity. Maintain accurate transactional, master, and other functionally-owned data and records to support effective operations, reporting, compliance, and business decision-making.
- Leverage Business Systems. Leverage business systems and technology to manage daily PO tracking, expediting, price/quantity discrepancy resolution, and warehouse transfer order fulfillment. Prepare forecasts and manage orders for transfer SKUs, progressively expanding functional forecasting and procurement responsibilities for smaller supplier portfolios with Supply Planning Manager support.
- Build Business Relationships. Foster strong collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers through clear communication and metric sharing to support consistent supply and service. Actively engage in rotating departmental triage assignments and team coverage to maintain seamless operational support.
- Support/Drive Continuous Improvement. Identify and present process, quality, and cost-saving opportunities to the Supply Planning Manager and team. Ensure quality standards and regulatory compliance by maintaining updated work instructions, standard procedures, and compliant documentation across project management tools and the team knowledge base.

WHAT YOU BRING

- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Logistics, Engineering, Finance, or a related discipline; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience.
- At least one year of experience in receiving, warehouse operations, inventory control, logistics, fulfillment, transportation, customer service, or another related operational or supply chain environment.
- Basic analytical skills with hands-on experience using Microsoft Excel / Google Sheets for data entry, routine reporting, and data maintenance, including exposure to pivot tables and basic lookups to help monitor purchase order performance and at-risk SKU inventory.
- Familiarity with ERP platforms, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), analytics, AI, and data-driven insights to improve operational performance and decision-making.

WORKING CONDITIONS

- As a hybrid role, reliable internet access is required (3-5 days a week in the office).
- Environment where dogs are present if in the office.
- Sitting/standing at a desk working on a computer for long periods of time.
- Occasionally lifting up to 25 pounds.
- Occasionally stooping, lifting and/or bending.

WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT FROM VETSOURCE

In addition to an inclusive and welcoming culture, Vetsource also offers:

- Competitive pay and benefits including medical, vision*, dental, and life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet insurance* and Virtual vet care
- PTO, Holidays, Floating Holidays, and Volunteer Day
- Retirement Savings Plan (401k/ RRSP) with employer matching program
- Paid parental leave
- Flexible scheduling and remote work where possible
- The opportunity to join one of our Associate Resource Groups, and fun company events!

For Canadian based associates these specific benefits are not included*

OUR VALUES

Vetsource is proud to be part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, a division of Mars Petcare—a family-owned organization rooted in the belief that pets make the world a better place. Our unified culture is built on a foundation of veterinary excellence and guided by a shared vision, inspiring everyone to create A Better World for Pets™ — a world where pets are healthy, happy, and welcome.

Today, Vetsource drives the future of pet health centered on our guiding philosophy, The Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom. These principles define how we work, how we treat one another, and how we serve the veterinary community, ensuring a culture where every associate has the opportunity to thrive.

Pay range (US based applicants): $26.70 - $30.00 (per hour)

Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, certifications, relevant education and training, while also considering internal equity.

The statements in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed for this role, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Our pre-employment process includes a background check as a part of the hiring process, and will include a drug screen for pharmacy related roles. The background check will only be initiated after a conditional offer of employment has been made and will be subject to an individualized assessment, as required by law. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please email [email protected] , or if you have general questions relating to this process.  No agencies please. We are an equal opportunity employer.

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