Buyer/Planner

Hoppe Technologies, Inc located in Chicopee, MA is looking for a flexible, hands-on team player who enjoys wearing many hats.  If you thrive in a fast paced shop, want to grow your skills, and enjoy a supportive team where every role matters - let's talk!

Job Title: Buyer/Planner/Supply Chain 

Job Summary: 

The Buyer/Planner/Supply Chain is responsible for purchasing materials, managing material requirements, and nurturing supplier relationships and managing inbound and outbound shipments. This role is pivotal in maintaining an uninterrupted flow of materials and services, optimizing inventory investment, and ensuring that the receiving and shipping processes meet the company standards for accuracy and timeliness while contributing to our competitive edge in the precision machining industry.  

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

 Duties/Responsibilities:

• Purchase products competitively to meet production demands while minimizing costs.

Supplier Management:

• Select suppliers based on product type, quality standards, and partnership potential.
• Negotiate contracts covering costs, warranties, delivery schedules, and handling procedures.
• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance, providing feedback and fostering continuous improvement.

• Purchasing Cycle Oversight:
  • Manage the entire purchasing cycle, including generating requisitions, creating purchase orders (POs), following up on POs, coordinating goods reception, and processing final payments.
  • Maintain accurate records throughout the procurement process.
• Inventory Optimization:
  • Keep inventory investment to a minimum without compromising production needs.
  • Ensure an uninterrupted flow of materials and services to support manufacturing operations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  • Work closely with internal departments to understand material requirements and address procurement-related issues promptly.
  • Provide insights on market trends and potential impacts on material availability and pricing.
• Shipping & Receiving
  • Oversee the receipt of inbound materials and inspection for accuracy and quality.
  • Coordinate and schedule outbound shipments to customers, vendors and other facilities.
  • Generate shipping documents.
  • Ensure all shipments meet customer requirements.
  • Manager freight carriers, track shipments, and resolve delivery issues.

 Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Communication Skills:
  • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
  • Skilled in effectively interacting with suppliers and internal teams.
• Negotiation and Conflict Management:
  • Proficient in negotiating favorable terms and resolving conflicts amicably.
• Analytical and Decision-Making Skills:
  • Strong problem-solving abilities with a knack for making sound decisions under pressure.
  • Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy in all transactions.
• Customer Focus:
  • Commitment to meeting the needs of internal and external customers.
• Organizational Skills:
  • Exceptional ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Technical Proficiency:
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and related purchasing software.
  • Efficient typing skills with an emphasis on accuracy and knowledge of legal aspects of purchasing.
• Adaptability:
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and handle stress gracefully.

Education and Experience:

• Experience:
  • Minimum of 2-3 years of procurement experience required.
  • Experience in a manufacturing or precision machining environment is strongly preferred.
• Education:
  • Associate’s degree in business, Economics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred.

Physical Requirements: 

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.