Purchasing/Planner Assistant
External job listingat Confidential
Support purchasing and production planning, coordinate with suppliers, monitor inventory and material needs, and analyze supply chain data.
Salary
Not provided
Location
Providence, United States
Employment type
Full time
Workplace
Not provided
Purchasing/Planner Assistant
Providence, United States
Job description
About the role
Confidential is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Purchasing / Planning Assistant to support supply chain and operations teams. The role supports and actively participates in purchasing and production planning processes, contributing to material availability, vendor coordination, and inventory management.
Responsibilities
- Assist in creating, reviewing, and managing purchase orders in alignment with demand and production schedules.
- Monitor material requirements, inventory levels, and demand signals to support planning activities.
- Review and update system data for accuracy, including item costs and lead times.
- Track open orders and help ensure timely delivery of materials to meet production needs.
- Expedite or adjust orders within established guidelines to prevent shortages or delays.
- Take ownership of assigned vendors, materials, or reporting processes.
- Identify potential supply risks, such as shortages, late deliveries, or excess inventory, and take proactive action.
- Resolve routine purchasing and planning issues independently, escalating when necessary.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives within supply chain processes.
- Communicate with suppliers regarding pricing, lead times, order status, and delivery issues.
- Coordinate with production, inventory, and operations teams to align material flow with business needs.
- Follow up on supplier performance, including delivery reliability and responsiveness.
- Maintain and analyze data in company systems and Excel, generate and interpret reports related to inventory, purchasing, and demand planning, and identify trends and provide recommendations to improve efficiency and cost control.
Requirements
- 2–5 years of experience in purchasing, planning, or supply chain support.
Key facts
- The role supports purchasing and production planning processes.
- The role involves vendor coordination and inventory management.
- The source lists 2–5 years of experience in purchasing, planning, or supply chain support.
Frequently asked questions
What does the role involve?
It supports purchasing and production planning, including material availability, vendor coordination, and inventory management.
What experience is required?
The listing specifies 2–5 years of experience in purchasing, planning, or supply chain support.
What does the role do with suppliers?
It communicates with suppliers about pricing, lead times, order status, and delivery issues, and follows up on supplier performance.