JOB REQUIREMENTS: GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY: The position will support specific planning and buying initiatives for spare parts and attachments. The Tactical Buyer/Planner role will focus on system generated order proposals and determine if purchase is necessary. Analysis will be completed if set parameters within the IFS and Syncron systems need to be adjusted. Review of past, present, and potential future demands is necessary in part and attachment planning and will aid in the decision to purchase. The Tactical Buyer/Planner will build relationships with their suppliers and have discussions on lead times, minimum order quantities, price changes, expediting of shipments and cost negotiations to assist in overall cost reductions. Knowledge of ERP systems is necessary to be able to take on the System Matter Expert (SME) role of IFS within the Spare Parts Purchasing team. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Review and determine if order proposals within the Advanced Planning System (software: Global Inventory Management by Syncron) for on demand parts (customer backorders), risk of run out parts (potential stock out), and stocking parts for the parts warehouse is necessary for purchase ; confirm proposals for purchase based on review Review set planning parameters within Syncron such as buffer stock and order levels and adjust if necessary Maintain supplier lead times, minimum order quantities, distribution codes, and order multiples within IFS Convert planned purchase orders into released purchase orders within IFS and send to suppliers Communicate ETA (Estimated Time of Arrival) dates to the Parts Support team Resolve differences in quantity shipped by supplier and quantity received Expedite parts shipments with the suppliers as needed Reduce excess inventory by reviewing parts that have too much inventory on hand and/or little to no sales history in a period of time and make the recommendation to scrap or obsolete Lead supplier discussions on lead times, MOQ\'s, and cost negotiations Complete new parts set-up within IFS as part of the Change Order process Run a series of scheduled reports out of Syncron and IFS, analyze the data, and make necessary changes Act as the SME for the IFS System, which includes learning all Purchasing functions within IFS to be able to train others within the department, suggest changes and/or enhancements to improve departmental processes, and increase efficiency by creating or changing reports and queries Perform other duties and projects as assigned ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: EXPERIENCE: 1-2 years experience in purchasing, supply chain, production planning, or scheduling EXPERTISE: Effective verbal and written communication skills Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Ability to work in a multicultural environment Proficient in functions of Microsoft Office Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail Effective problem solving skills Working knowledge of statistics, forecasting, and planning ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://careers.manitou-group.com/job/West-Bend-Tactical-Buyer-Planner-WI-53095-0179/1092330601/