Material Buyer/Planner

$75,000 - $125,000/Yr

Verasonics - Kirkland, WA

Full-time - Mid Level

Kirkland, WA

Repair and Maintenance

About the position

Verasonics is seeking a full-time Material Buyer/Planner to manage purchasing and supply chain operations. This role is crucial for ensuring that the organization meets shipping goals and maintains optimal inventory levels while collaborating cross-functionally to support customer requirements. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and dependable, contributing to a positive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor project status and master schedule performance, developing scheduling status reports
• Track changes that affect the schedule, identify schedule variances, and apply mitigation strategies
• Work closely with the marketing/sales team to align inventory levels and capacity with company needs including close communication on lead time
• Negotiate supplier agreements with guidance from management
• Generate the inputs and calculate results for the monthly sales and operations planning process
• Coordinate future product launch and production schedules in accordance with sales forecasts
• Procure inventory, supplies, and capital goods for production purposes
• Receive requisitions and check each item for quantity, specifications, and delivery requirements
• Develop, investigate, and qualify supply sources and issue requests for quotations, proposals, or bids for those items not covered by any existing purchasing arrangement
• Serve as liaison to vendors and suppliers

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience with inventory management
• 2+ years of experience with production planning or supply chain operations, preferably in a process manufacturing setting
• Prior experience in production scheduling in a lean, complex environment
• Demonstrated experience negotiating large supply agreements
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks and Jira
• A thorough understanding of key inputs
• Ability to work in environment with general direction vs. following procedures
• Ability to lift and transport systems up to 40 pounds and occasionally up to 60 pounds with or without assistance.

Nice-to-haves

• Degree in Manufacturing and Supply Chain Management or related field
• Experience with Fishbowl strongly preferred
• Understanding of contract negotiations
• Familiarity with MRP systems

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with 3% employer Safe Harbor contribution
• 15 days of Paid Vacation
• 10 days of Paid Sick Leave
• 10 Paid Holidays (one of which is a floating day)
• Educational reimbursement
• Annual discretionary bonuses