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Regal Rexnord Corp

Buyer/Planner II

Regal Rexnord Corp, Marengo, Illinois, United States, 60152

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The Buyer/Planner will be responsible for performing and managing the buying/planning functions. Duties include responsibility for material replenishment process management, inventory management, scheduling customer orders on the production floor, customer relations and job planning activities to support 100% on‑time delivery and cost goals.

Key Responsibilities

Place purchase orders for materials, confirm delivery with suppliers, and expedite material as needed.

Lead Lean Materials process improvement initiatives to reduce past‑due POs and number of stockouts.

Drive inventory reduction and cost savings through lean tools and supplier negotiations.

Coordinate priorities with outside suppliers and internal operations.

Monitor Kanban ordering system, resize to current demand patterns and run MRP.

Generate forecasts, stocking agreements and define min/max levels with vendors.

Support production schedulers, customer service, product managers and engineering as required.

Resolve and work on quality issues with the quality team and suppliers.

Work on invoice reconciliation process with receiving and accounts payable to reduce invoicing issues with vendors.

Other duties as assigned.

Professional Experience / Qualifications

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience; at least 5 years of relevant manufacturing experience.

Strong technical background and ability to read blueprints.

Strong oral and written communication skills.

Strong analytical skills; advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required.

Good organizational skills and problem‑solving abilities.

Ability to analyze data, formulate strategic plans and execute at a tactical level.

Kanban experience preferred; Oracle software experience preferred.

Understanding of lean manufacturing concepts and kanban supply chains.

Self‑starter with a strong sense of urgency.

Change agent who has demonstrated ability to drive process improvements.

US citizen, permanent resident or green card holder (ITAR compliance).

Physical Demands and Work Environment Physical Demands

– While performing the duties, the employee is regularly required to use hands, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. The employee frequently stands, walks and sits.

Work Environment

– The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Restrictions imposed by federal export-control laws may limit this opportunity to U.S. persons.

Expected salary: $70,000 - $85,000 annually.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage.

Health savings account (HSA), health care flexible spending account (FSA) and dependent care FSA.

Paid time off and holidays.

401(k) retirement plan with matching employer contributions.

Life and accidental death & dismissal insurance.

Paid leaves.

Tuition assistance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.

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