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[ID] 3621 [Position] Buyer Planner – Optoelectronics [Location] NJ - Central [Client] Our Client Our client is an innovator and provider of network and service solutions that create business opportunities for service providers and enterprises. The company is profitable and growing globally with a unique solution which enables existing networks to profitably deliver and manage advanced services that are being driven by the diverse applications of today and tomorrow. It’s a fast and exciting atmosphere that lets you create your own success while helping to solve challenges for some of the world’s largest networks. [Recruiter] Darlene Corrubia [Location Keywords] New Jersey, East [ID #] 3621 [Description] 
The Opportunity Common Agenda has been entrusted to conduct a search for a Buyer Planner of Optoelectronics. This Buyer develops and evaluates a comprehensive plan for the demand on specific product launches and transfer to the Contract Manufacturer. Candidate must be able to do multiple job functions in a startup environment with minimal supervision. These responsibilities include NPI materials procurement, planning and management of material transactions, inventory transfers and support for Engineering/Production builds. This Buyer will lead the process for demand management, including product launches, communicating status and open issues, reporting available to promise, prioritizing and managing demand. It is a highly visible position involving interaction among all levels, including Senior Leadership. Responsibilities • Purchasing and planning electronics or optical assemblies. • Plan NPI requirements in a fast moving environment. • Manage and track all NPI inventory transactions in ERP system including cycle counting, RMA support and NPI builds. Accurately maintain inventory balances in order to preserve inventory integrity. • Responsible for production control, work order/job maintenance, closings, inventory tracking. Job/work order planning, release and maintenance. • Handle variables in demand requirements, including forecasts, inventory planning, allocations, and backlog consumption. • Lead communication on demand management and feed data to Sales and PLM. • Collaborate and develop forward looking capacity plans and proactively resolve issues. • Map supply chain logistics as product transfers to Contract Manufacturers. • Coordinate with team to make sure parts/materials are available to reach production schedules. • Keep reports on data, charts, WIP reports and shortage lists • Expedite production of parts as required and establish delivery dates as required to meet customer on-time delivery. • Utilize ERP tools and best practice to manage inventory of materials and parts needed to complete product builds and production volumes. • Work with QE and ME on New Product Introduction and existing products to support for production volumes. • Coordinate meeting schedules and task assignments to aid production requirements. • Review material requirement planning data such as BOM, routing and other documents for completeness and latest version. • Work in conjunction with Operations, Supply Chain and Program Management Project Teams. • Schedule and coordinate flow of work between departments of manufacturing plant to make sure production schedule is reached. Experience • BS degree or strong combination of education and relevant work experience. • 5+ years’ experience scheduling and planning production coordination in a manufacturing environment. • Manufacturing experience, continuous improvement activities, APICS certification, CPIM a bonus. • Deep understanding of ERP systems, Word, Excel and Outlook, Microsoft Project, PowerPoint • Weekend Support Required • Occasional travel up to 10%
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