COLSON GROUP HOLDINGS, LLC
Description
Colson Group USA is an operating unit of Colson Group the largest manufacturer of caster and wheel products in the world. The brands of Colson Group USA have been technological leaders in caster innovation for over 350 combined years. This drive has led to some of the most trusted, advanced, and highest-quality mobility solutions available in the world today. Colson Group's unique and proprietary global footprint provides available services and capabilities unmatched by any other manufacturer.
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated Buyer/Planner to support and enhance our supply chain operations with a global footprint. We need someone who can manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced distribution and manufacturing environment. This role requires strong critical thinking, program management capabilities, and experience working with ERP systems to drive efficient purchasing decisions, supplier performance, and cost optimization.
Essential Job Functions
• Analyze procurement data, inventory trends, and supplier performance to make informed purchasing decisions.
• Execute end-to-end procurement processes including ordering product, processing order acknowledgements, managing delivery dates, to ensure on-time delivery to support customer requirements in various manufacturing and distribution warehouse sites.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and logistics teams to ensure material availability aligns with manufacturing and distribution needs.
• Manage and monitor key program launches and projects related to resourcing activities, cost savings, vendor compliance, and lead time reductions.
• Identify and resolve supply chain risks and disruptions proactively through data-driven analysis and insights.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in the ERP system (e.g., purchase orders, vendor information, pricing).
• Evaluate change requests to support customer demands strategic sourcing efforts.
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement practices, inventory turnover, root cause analysis. Resolve supplier rejects, errors within BOMs, supplier reject resolution working with quality, engineering, accounting for cost recovery with suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and industry regulations.
• Ensure inventory targets align with company goals and customer expectations
• Data analysis and decision making to support raw material supply and finished goods demand
• Complete status reports for production progress, work in process and raw material inventory
• Utilize data visualization tools in order to provide meaningful, regular progress/status updates to senior leadership
Knowledge
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or related field preferred
Experience
• 5+ years of procurement or supply chain experience in a manufacturing and/or distribution environment.
• Proficiency in using ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, JDE, Epicor, etc.).
• Experience utilizing data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Qlik, as well as advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint.
Skills Fundamental understanding of demand planning and forecasting best practices. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and programs with attention to critical details and deadlines. Ability to work autonomously and manage time and priorities effectively. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. APICS, CPM, or other supply chain/procurement certifications a plus
Colson Group USA is an operating unit of Colson Group the largest manufacturer of caster and wheel products in the world. The brands of Colson Group USA have been technological leaders in caster innovation for over 350 combined years. This drive has led to some of the most trusted, advanced, and highest-quality mobility solutions available in the world today. Colson Group's unique and proprietary global footprint provides available services and capabilities unmatched by any other manufacturer.
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated Buyer/Planner to support and enhance our supply chain operations with a global footprint. We need someone who can manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced distribution and manufacturing environment. This role requires strong critical thinking, program management capabilities, and experience working with ERP systems to drive efficient purchasing decisions, supplier performance, and cost optimization.
Essential Job Functions
• Analyze procurement data, inventory trends, and supplier performance to make informed purchasing decisions.
• Execute end-to-end procurement processes including ordering product, processing order acknowledgements, managing delivery dates, to ensure on-time delivery to support customer requirements in various manufacturing and distribution warehouse sites.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and logistics teams to ensure material availability aligns with manufacturing and distribution needs.
• Manage and monitor key program launches and projects related to resourcing activities, cost savings, vendor compliance, and lead time reductions.
• Identify and resolve supply chain risks and disruptions proactively through data-driven analysis and insights.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in the ERP system (e.g., purchase orders, vendor information, pricing).
• Evaluate change requests to support customer demands strategic sourcing efforts.
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement practices, inventory turnover, root cause analysis. Resolve supplier rejects, errors within BOMs, supplier reject resolution working with quality, engineering, accounting for cost recovery with suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and industry regulations.
• Ensure inventory targets align with company goals and customer expectations
• Data analysis and decision making to support raw material supply and finished goods demand
• Complete status reports for production progress, work in process and raw material inventory
• Utilize data visualization tools in order to provide meaningful, regular progress/status updates to senior leadership
Knowledge
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or related field preferred
Experience
• 5+ years of procurement or supply chain experience in a manufacturing and/or distribution environment.
• Proficiency in using ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, JDE, Epicor, etc.).
• Experience utilizing data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Qlik, as well as advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint.
Skills Fundamental understanding of demand planning and forecasting best practices. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and programs with attention to critical details and deadlines. Ability to work autonomously and manage time and priorities effectively. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. APICS, CPM, or other supply chain/procurement certifications a plus