Operations Planning Buyer

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. Primary tasks and responsibilities: Responsible for ordering operating supplies and packaging products. Purchase assigned materials to ensure supply meets production and on-time delivery requirements. Manage assigned supplier partnerships on a daily basis by clearly communicating expectations and monitoring compliance. Resolve any quality issues, credits, returns and expectations with suppliers. Analyze aged inventory and work with operations and warehouse to use in the plant. Develop proficiency in using the ERP and business intelligence tools to mine data, analyze trends, and provide meaningful suggestions. Use highest standard of ethics when working with suppliers and Menasha associates. Daily prioritization of work tasks, with the understanding that agreed upon deadlines should be met. Support the negotiation of material costs through lead time reduction, terms negotiations, appropriate buying strategy, rebates and cost containment outlined by corporate procurement. Participate actively in the management of the business through team involvement. Considers both short-term and long-term impact when making decisions, keeping in mind company goals. Cross train within Operations Planning team to provide support and coverage as needed. Performs other duties as requested or assigned. Professional Expectations: Uphold the highest ethical standards, including Code of Conduct and Values. Comply with standard operating procedures, including but not limited to: Safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Safe Quality Food (SQF), Continuous Improvement (CI) and other policies established by the Company. Initiate action on all observed safety, quality and food safety problems. Follow procedures for proper handling, labeling, storage, and use of supplies and materials. Ability to work independently and prioritize projects. Must be willing and able to communicate effectively when volume of work or deadlines conflict with one another. Follow through on commitments in a timely manner. Perform responsibilities to expected outcomes. Maintain a neat and orderly work area. Identify and participate in learning activities that promote personal and professional growth. Experiment with new processes and ideas to drive innovation and continuous quality improvement. Take appropriate risks and learn from resulting successes and mistakes. Communicate openly, truthfully and compassionately with respect for individual differences. Respect and promote diversity in the workplace. Listen actively to understand and strive for win-win solutions.