Buyer/Planner

Job Description: Job Description:A Buyer/Planner supports production with purchased material to fabricate windows in Warroad and Grafton. It is their responsibility to obtain the appropriate quantity of goods in a professional, reliable and responsive manner at the negotiated price while meeting quality, schedule and performance requirements specified by the Marvin company.Highlights of your roleEnsuring a continuous, quality supply of materials that are fit for use by the production customer, including prompt resolution of any quality, delivery and supplier relationship issues at the root-cause level to ensure materials maintain a ship-to-use status.Managing cost and inventory levels (modifiers and pricing) of assigned material.Improving inventory turns, managing obsolescence, preparing outage reports and manage aged inventory.Making recommendations on cost reduction, inventory levels and opportunity for lot size adjustments.Fulfilling quotes, samples, and other information requests for internal customers in a timely manner, utilizing prompt and effective communication and follow-through.Working with transportation and suppliers for backhauling or shipping material.Working with Accounts Payable to reconcile packing slips to invoice.Building a supplier relationship on pricing, delivery, and all other terms of business, ensuring partnerships meet the short and long-term goals of both Marvin and its suppliers.Managing material ramp-up and run-down strategies and tactics, including transition and appropriate stocking levels.Improving internal material processes and utilization.You are a good fit if you haveComputer proficiency (ICIM, Word, Excel)Excellent communication skills, both written and verbalAbility to read and understand material prints and specificationsUnderstanding of material quality requirements, processes and proceduresAbility to analyze inventory usage and requirementsLeadership skillsPurchasing processes and systems knowledgeNegotiating skills2 or 4 year business related degree is preferrablePrior purchasing experience a plusKnowledge/experience of Marvin productYour opportunity for better living At Marvin, we're driven to imagine and create better ways of living. And that goes beyond our customers, to our communities and the colleagues beside us every day. We offer competitive compensation, an extensive benefits package that includes health insurance on day one of employment, paid time off and paid holidays, and a 401K retirement savings match.We also support your overall wellness in other meaningful ways, including your own company-funded well-being account that can be used for anything from travel to a day at the spa, gym memberships or fun experiences with family and friends. You will be rewarded through our profit-sharing program, which recognizes the important role all employees play in making Marvin a success year, after year.As a premier company with locations across North America, Marvin's portfolio also includes three additional premium brands: Infinity Replacement Windows, TruStile Doors, and Marvin Coastline. Together, we share one purpose and live our values. Our culture is built on generations of doing the right thing and putting our people first. Join us, and experience better living at Marvin.EOEThis job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties, or responsibilities of the employee. Accommodations may be made to enable an individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of the position. Any offer of employment is contingent on the completion of a background check and drug screen to company standards.