Buyer/Planner Semprius

modules. It is in the process of rapidly scaling from lab prototypes to a pilot plant and then to high volume manufacture. All operational policies and procedures need to be established and a team recruited and deployed. Typical of a start?up, the environment is dynamic and fast moving.
Job Description: Buyer/Planner
Serves as the company?s buyer/planner, plan and procure both direct and indirect materials to enable an aggressive ramp of production while pursuing a substantial direct material cost reduction roadmap. Help develop and execute the planning, inventory control, sourcing and procuring processes to enable visibility and flexibility in manufacturing and across the supply base.
Responsibilities:
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Create business processes for planning, procuring and controlling materials
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Development and execute Master Scheduling and Shop Floor Planning
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Enable high inventory turns by establishing lean, pull processes with the supply base
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Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and capacity allocation with suppliers
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Establish strategic relationships with key suppliers and drive improvement through regular reviews and recognition
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Lead regular bill?of?material reviews and own the cost down roadmap
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Manage the capital procurement negotiation, contract, and delivery process
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Participate in the selection, recommendation, and implementation of an ERP system
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Participate in the development and implementation of an S&OP process
Candidate Requirements:
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Bachelor?s degree
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5 or more years in procurement/planning related activities
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Track record of building and driving strategic relationships
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Evidence of working with cross?functional teams to delivery outstanding results
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Experience in implementing pull techniques with suppliers that minimize inventory risk
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Involvement in the high?tech semiconductor, electronics, and/or solar industry
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Familiar with and utilizes best practices in Supply Planning/Sourcing (CPSM, APICS etc. a plus)
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Excellent written and oral communication skills
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Excellent analytical skills and proficiency in Excel, Access and MRP software
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Ability to work in a team environment and rapidly resolve conflicts

Location:	2530 Meridian Parkway 2nd Floor Durham, NC 27713 United States