What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Analyst Planner/Buyer position at Intellectt Inc?
Role: Sr Analyst, Planner/Buyer
Location: Draper, Utah (onsite plant based role)
Duration: 9 Months
Summary:
The main function of a buyer is to purchase machinery, equipment, tools, parts, supplies or services necessary for the operation of an establishment. A typical buyer is responsible for buying goods and services for use by their company or organization. A purchasing agent is responsible for the purchase of machinery, equipment, parts, or services necessary for the operation of an establishment.
Job Responsibilities:
- Production planning for sub-assemblies (not demand planning or distribution)
- Plan based on global MPS (Material Planning Schedule)
- Create work orders for production lines
- Place purchase orders for metals (bars, sheets, chips)
- Manage ~4 suppliers (limited purchasing scope)
- Follow up on supplier deliveries & expedite if needed
- Coordinate with operations, quality, and supply chain teams
- Handle quality issues & ensure traceability (track & trace)
- Work in manual/less automated planning systems
- High focus on planning vs. purchasing
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in finance or a related business field required.
- 5-7 years finance related experience required
- Experience in metals / automotive / semiconductor industries
- ERP: Oracle JDE (JD Edwards) (SAP/Oracle experience is acceptable
- Strong Excel skills are mandatory (manual planning environment)
- Transfer/project experience (plant relocation or setup transitions)
- Experience working with planning systems (JDE, Oracle)
- Experience in structured manufacturing environments
- Working with metal components (bars, sheets, steel)
- Preferred: Medical device, Acceptable: Automotive, manufacturing, pharma, semiconductor
Top skills:
- Production planning (sub-assembly level - core focus)
- Purchasing & supplier coordination (secondary focus)
- Strong communication & stakeholder management
- Proactive, ownership-driven mindset
- Problem-solving & adaptability in a fast-moving environment
Salary : $40 - $46