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With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses (https://www.idexcorp.com/our-businesses/business-segments/) around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.

POSITION SUMMARY

“The Buyer/Planner position is for US Valve located in Linthicum, MD. Established in 1999 out of the growing needs of valves at Airtech Vacuum Inc., we are a manufacturer of elastomer hinge check valves, dual disc check valves and medical ball valves sold through the US Valve and Techno Check Valves brands. We are best known for having the lowest pressure drop designs available. ISO 9001:2015 certified.

USV’s vision is to empower our employees to recognize and drive actions on opportunities, take calculated risks, and make data-driven decisions to double our revenue in five years. We will achieve this by developing our talent, delivering novel solutions, and solving unique customer challenges.”

The Buyer/Planner is an entry to intermediate-level role within the supply chain team. This role will effectively procure components and maintain adequate stock to meet stated inventory goals while achieving production schedules that support business objectives. The buyer/planner will be responsible for the spend within their assigned business segment and communicate status updates to leaders across the organization. To be successful, the buyer will need to have basic ERP knowledge, analytical skills and clearly communicate to external & internal stakeholders.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Owns all functions of the supply chain for their assigned business segment, including issuing of purchase orders, using MRP, reviewing scrap reports, and managing debit memos/delivery receipts.

• Negotiate annual pricing to reduce purchasing cost by $50k by end of year.

• Taught, comprehend and utilizes the 80/20 concept of Plan For Every Part (PFEP) to determine safety stock levels through detailed analytics and implements plans to replenish inventory.

• Lead weekly production meetings and communicate with sales and production to make sure we keep a 98% OTD to top customers

• Maintain and own SIOP (sales, inventory & operations planning) process for designated key markets

• Takes action to expedite parts as needed to support customer demand.

• Monitors metrics on Open POs, Receipts, Inventory Turns and takes action to optimize levels

• Communicates with vendors on performance and escalates significant supply chain risks or opportunities.

• Be a key contributor for cycle counting and yearly physical inventory

• Complete unique projects as needed

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Basic skills in Microsoft Excel and a working knowledge of MS Word, and MS Outlook.

• Basic knowledge of ERP Systems (J.D. Edwards preferred)

• Solid analytic and mathematical capabilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a larger team

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

5 years of relevant experience in purchasing, sourcing, or finance required Bachelor’s degree from four-year university or equivalent experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are represented of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing duties of the job, employee is required to move around and be still; use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.

• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Noise level is minimal with intervals of spikes.

• Office working environment with occasional visits to the factory floor.

• Required to wear safety glasses and other safety equipment as required while present on shop floor.

Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?

Total Rewards

The compensation range for this position is $63,700.00 - $95,500.00, depending on experience. This position may be eligible for performance based bonus plan.

Benefits Package

Our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include: Health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, PTO, and more. More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page: https://www.idexcorp.com/careers/our-benefit-and-rewards/

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws (Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled).

Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at lfcareers@idexcorp.com for assistance with an accommodation. These contact tools may be used only by individuals with a disability for accommodation requests. Do not inquire as to the status of an application.

Job Family: Operations

Business Unit: Airtech