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Enterprise Buyer/Planner - Michigan

gpac, Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States, 49006

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This range is provided by GPAC. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range $85,000.00/yr - $105,000.00/yr

Enterprise Buyer / Planner GPAC is seeking an experienced Enterprise Buyer / Planner for a confidential manufacturing client to ensure material availability, optimize inventory levels, and support production schedules across its operations and affiliated companies. This role is responsible for purchasing, sourcing, supplier coordination, inventory optimization, logistics oversight, and procurement financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Place purchase orders aligned with forecasts, sales demand, and production schedules

Lead and participate in sourcing activities, including RFPs, supplier evaluation, and contract negotiations

Identify sourcing options for new ingredients and materials, assessing cost, quality, logistics, and supply stability

Serve as a primary liaison between internal project leads and suppliers to communicate forecast updates

Monitor open purchase orders, ensure on-time delivery, and proactively resolve supply issues

Expedite or defer orders based on changes in production schedules or inventory levels

Establish and continuously optimize inventory levels based on demand variability and lead times

Coordinate material flows during product changes, obsolescence, and new supplier or material introductions

Manage intercompany material movements and oversee logistics for domestic and imported raw materials

Resolve PO‑to‑invoice discrepancies, quality issues, returns, and supplier performance concerns

Partner with finance and accounting to track procurement costs, inventory value, savings, and KPIs

Manage standard and allocated material costs to support accurate product costing and margin analysis

Analyze and report purchase price variance (PPV), forecasting accuracy, and inventory cost impacts

Maintain accurate ERP material master data, including MOQ, lead times, and safety stock parameters

Support continuous improvement initiatives across procurement, inventory management, and reporting processes

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Logistics, or related field

5-7 years of experience in a Buyer, Planner, Material Scheduler, or Inventory Management role within manufacturing

Food or feed manufacturing experience preferred

Strong knowledge of forecasting, MRP, inventory management, sourcing, and procurement finance

Advanced Excel skills with strong analytical and reporting capabilities

Experience working with ERP systems

Strong communication, organization, and follow-up skills

Ability to work independently and manage ambiguity in a fast‑paced environment

What’s Offered

Competitive compensation ($85,000-$105,000 DOE)

Comprehensive benefits package

Hybrid work schedule after onboarding

High‑visibility role with strong cross‑functional exposure

Stable organization with long‑term growth opportunities

If this sounds like a fit for you, APPLY NOW! To apply directly or for questions please send over to chelsea.barros@gogpac.com.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Purchasing and Supply Chain

Industries

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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