Buyer/Planner II

About Leviton At Leviton, we build what's next to light, power, and connect everyday spaces, from electrical to lighting, to data networks, and energy management. With over 115 years of history, Leviton develops thoughtful solutions that help make its customers' lives easier, safer, more efficient, and more productive. We recognize that our people are our greatest asset. We ASK questions, EMBRACE challenges, SEEK new perspectives, and ANTICIPATE what comes next. It's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly changing world. About the role This position is responsible for timely procurement of a broad range of items (domestic and foreign) necessary to support Company requirements for both new product and sustaining production in an efficient, cost effective manner while maintaining quality standards at all times. Responsible for maintaining appropriate inventory levels throughout product life cycle. This position works under moderate supervision. Responsibilities Maintain established line fill rates and target inventory levels for items as assigned Negotiates with suppliers on cost reductions, lead time reductions, and overall improvements in quality Procure materials needed throughout product life cycle Prepare requests for quotations (RFQs/RFPs), analyze supplier responses, negotiate pricing and confirm purchase orders within budgetary limitations and scope of authority Collaborate with strategic sourcing in identifying new sources of supply for finished goods, raw materials and components Partner with cross functional team members in support of new product development & launches, material planning, order management and revenue planning Implement contingency plans with Production Planning and Manufacturing when inventory availability commitments are at risk and initiate work-around activities Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Strategic Sourcing and Engineering teams to audit and approve suppliers Continually improve supplier performance to ensure optimum value for Leviton and its customers Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelor's degree required Minimum 3 years' experience managing suppliers and vendors Certification in e.g. APICS, ISM or LEAN is a plus Skills & Abilities AS400 knowledge preferred Oracle 12 ASCP knowledge preferred Solid understanding of MRP system logic Lean manufacturing knowledge preferred Experience in multi-functional and new product teams preferred Experience in a KANBAN or VMI environment preferred Experience working in manufacturing environment Experience presenting information to members of leadership team both within and outside of Operations (e.g. General Manager/Executive VP, VP of Engineering, etc.) Strong interpersonal skills and experience working on cross functional teams Travel Up to 15% Leviton is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. What We Offer Comprehensive benefits include: Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs 401K plans with employer-matching contributions Tuition reimbursement PTO Paid holidays Volunteer time off For more information about benefits, please go to: https://careers.leviton.com/benefits Leviton is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Leviton is committed to transparency and security in the recruitment process and will never ask for financial information, payment, or government identification numbers during the application process. For any questions, or to ensure the legitimacy of a job posting, visit the Leviton career site, or contact us at 631.812.6544. The future looks brighter than ever. Join our team now! Pay Range $63,098 - $75,000