What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Buyer Planner position at STS Technical Services?
STS Technical Services is hiring a Manufacturing Buyer Planner to join a growing team in Bridgeport, West Virginia. This role is ideal for professionals with experience in supply chain coordination, production planning, and procurement who are ready to support high-stakes operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Position Summary
As a Manufacturing Buyer Planner, you will be responsible for material planning, procurement, and supply chain coordination to support aerospace production and maintenance programs. This is a cross-functional role that demands attention to detail, vendor management skills, and the ability to juggle multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
STS Technical Services is a Top 100 Staffing Firm that partners with some of the largest names in the aerospace, manufacturing, defense, and industrial industries. We offer direct hire, contract, and temp-to-perm opportunities across the United States. We’re committed to helping skilled professionals find great jobs and grow their careers.
Position Summary
As a Manufacturing Buyer Planner, you will be responsible for material planning, procurement, and supply chain coordination to support aerospace production and maintenance programs. This is a cross-functional role that demands attention to detail, vendor management skills, and the ability to juggle multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, coordinate, and execute procurement of raw materials and components
- Manage outside processing vendors and ensure on-time delivery of outsourced services
- Support production planning processes using MRP systems
- Maintain optimal inventory levels while preventing material shortages
- Utilize SAP S/4HANA (MM and/or PP modules) for all planning and procurement functions
- Collaborate with sales, engineering, and internal teams to ensure material readiness for scheduled production
- Drive continuous improvement in procurement and planning processes
- Track and report supply chain KPIs and resolve any disruptions proactively
- Contribute to cross-functional initiatives supporting plant operations and business goals
- 3 to 5 years of experience in a material, parts, or manufacturing environment in a Buyer, Planner, or Supply Chain role
- Minimum 2 years of experience in planning and/or procurement
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or related field
- Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain operations
- Experience with SAP S/4HANA (MM and/or PP modules) required
- EmpowerMX Material Management module experience is a plus
- Knowledge of the aerospace or aviation industry is a plus
- Demonstrated experience in raw material procurement, production planning, MRP, and inventory control
- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills required
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills in a multi-project environment
- Excellent interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with suppliers, sales, and internal teams
- Experience with continuous improvement programs is a plus
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
- Capable of representing the department in cross-functional settings
STS Technical Services is a Top 100 Staffing Firm that partners with some of the largest names in the aerospace, manufacturing, defense, and industrial industries. We offer direct hire, contract, and temp-to-perm opportunities across the United States. We’re committed to helping skilled professionals find great jobs and grow their careers.
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