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Buyer Planner Inventory Coordinator 827610

Salem, OR 97301

Posted: 08/22/2025 Job Category: Manufacturing and Production Job Number: 827610 Pay Rate: $25 - $30.77 per hour

Job Description


Job Title: Buyer Planner Inventory Coordinator  URGENTLY HIRING
Pay: Day shift: $25-30.77/hr
Hours: Mon-Fri from 7:00am - 3:30pm
Start Date: ASAP

We are seeking a Buyer Planner Inventory Coordinator for a temp-to-hire position for a local company who manufactures and assembles transducers, instrument transformers and voltage monitors.
 

Great schedule - excellent working atmosphere!
 

The Buyer/Planner/Inventory Coordinator supports daily manufacturing operations by managing material planning, procurement, and inventory tracking. This role reports directly to the Manufacturing Manager and plays a critical role in ensuring materials are available, timelines are met, and communication flows between departments and suppliers. 

As a Buyer Planner Inventory Coordinator you will be responsible for:
  • Collaborating with suppliers, Engineering, and Production to ensure timely material availability.
  • Communicating regularly with Customer Service to align on delivery, quality, and technical requirements.
  • Maintaining accurate commit dates in the ERP system and following through on open service line items.
  • Interfacing with customers as needed to provide updates on milestones and delivery timelines.
  • Supporting cost estimation for bills of material and expediting fees in collaboration with Engineering and Supply Chain.
  • Analyzing MRP data and creating purchase orders based on buy/action reports; manage exceptions proactively.
  • Resolving material receipt discrepancies, reducing shortages, and supporting supplier performance improvement.
  • Monitoring and reporting on key metrics including: Capacity planning, Vendor OTD, Purchase Price Variance (PPV), Requisition backlog, Inventory alignment.
The Ideal Candidate for this role will have:
  • The ability to operate in a fast-paced environment and balance every day attention to detail with big-picture priorities.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, OR equivalent experience.

Experience:
  • 2+ years in a buying, planning, or inventory coordination role in a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience supporting cross-functional teams including Engineering and Production is preferred.

Skills:
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, etc.); ERP experience preferred (GrowthPower or similar program).
  • Strong organizational skills, time management, and ability to work independently.
  • Effective communication and negotiation skills with internal teams and suppliers.
  • Comfortable managing multiple priorities and adapting to shifting production needs.

Upon Permanent Hire, enjoy benefits such as:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription plans
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
  • 401K Program
  • Group Life Insurance
  • Long Term Disability Coverage
  • Vacation
 
Ready to take the next step? Apply now for this Buyer Planner Inventory Coordinator role in Salem — or contact us to learn more!

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