Purchasing Buyer Planner

Kenda is a recognized leader in tire/wheel production, with over 12,000 employees worldwide, where quality, honesty, and customer service are core values. This position is an opportunity to be part of a “world-class†organization, with excellent advancement and growth opportunities.

As a global tire manufacturing company with more than 12 000 employees worldwide, Kenda Tire offers advanced tire products for many applications. Headquartered in Taiwan, the company supplies original equipment to many international automotive industries. With tire factories in Taiwan, China, Vietnam, and Indonesia, Kenda is currently ranked in the top 25 tire companies in the world with global sales of approximately US$1.2 billion.

The Martin Wheel division is a growing manufacturer and importer of tires and wheel assemblies for Lawn and Garden, Agricultural, Industrial, and Trailer applications. Our products are sold to equipment manufacturers as well as through various aftermarket and e-commerce channels. The Maintenance Technician will perform maintenance and repairs for assigned equipment, building systems (HVAC), and facilities.

The Purchasing Buyer Planner is responsible for managing MRO and indirect material purchasing including domestic and international procurement. This position will work cross-functionally with operations to ensure that plant goods and services are ordered to support uninterrupted production and benchmark supplier and product categories across divisions to develop best-in-class supply chain practices and leverage corporate volume to optimize spend.

• Competitive Salary: We provide a competitive salary based on your qualifications and relevant experience.
  
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy medical, dental, life, accident, critical care, and short-term & long-term disability insurance to protect your health and well-being.
  
• 401K Retirement Program: Save for the future with our 401K plan, complete with employer match.
  
• Paid Time Off: Benefit from paid holidays, sick days, and vacation time to ensure you maintain a healthy work-life balance.
  
• Employee Discounts: Take advantage of special pricing on automotive, power sports, and bicycle tires for both personal and professional needs.
  
• Collaborative Learning Environment: Grow your skills and expertise in a supportive team atmosphere with opportunities for learning and development.
  
• Relaxed Office Culture: Work in a flexible environment where collaboration and creativity are encouraged.
  

• A Bachelor�s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field is required
  
• 1 - 3 years of experience in Purchasing is required
  

• Develop and implement cost saving strategies
  
• React to customer order and forecasted demand changes and maintain system due dates and planning parameters
  
• Process purchase order requests to meet material demands for the location
  
• Initiate and maintain documentation as dictated by standard operating procedures and work instructions
  
• Identify and Select appropriate supplier to meet cost and delivery targets
  
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with critical suppliers
  
• Manage purchased inventory supply for assigned direct materials using MRP to determine order quantities & delivery schedules
  
• Reschedule orders and deliveries as needed to both minimize excess material and ensure continuity of supply
  
• Establish and maintain lot sizes to leverage supplier economic order quantities and optimize space utilization
  
• Review and provide input to forecasted usage
  
• Research and resolve inventory discrepancies
  
• Research and obtain corrective action plans for supplier quality issues
  
• Contribute to operational excellence by meeting departmental and company KPI�s
  
• Actively participate in yearly Physical Inventory
  
• Perform other duties as assigned
  

• Strong computer and data analytics skills
  
• Ability to adhere to strict deadlines
  
• Organizational skills and ability to work in teams
  
• Ability to utilize an integrated ERP system
  
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
  

• Physical demands of the position are sitting, walking, and constant viewing of the computer screen
  
• Limited exposure to physical risk
  
• Ability to travel, up to 5%
  

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

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