Plant Buyer/Planner
For more than 100 years, Modine has solved the toughest thermal management challenges for mission-critical applications. Our purpose of Engineering a Cleaner, Healthier World™ means we are always evolving our portfolio of technologies to provide the latest heating, cooling, and ventilation solutions. Through the hard work of more than 11,000 employees worldwide, our Climate Solutions and Performance Technologies segments advance our purpose with systems that improve air quality, reduce energy and water consumption, lower harmful emissions, enable cleaner running vehicles, and use environmentally friendly refrigerants. Modine is a global company headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin (U.S.), with operations in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. For more information about Modine, visit modine.com.
Position Description
We are looking for a highly skilled Buyer to join our dynamic supply chain team at Modine. In this role, you will leverage your extensive experience in purchasing, supplier relationships and inventory management to optimize our supply chain and ensure a seamless flow of materials to support our operational goals. You will be instrumental in developing strategic sourcing initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet the evolving demands of our business. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, and a continuous improvement mindset.
Key Responsibilities
Health & Well-being:Day One
Modine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Modine provides a competitive benefit package, which could include paid vacation, short term disability, 401(k), health, dental, vision, life insurance, flex spending benefits, tuition reimbursement, Health Savings Account and much more. Human Resources will provide more detail upon your hiring.
Position Description
We are looking for a highly skilled Buyer to join our dynamic supply chain team at Modine. In this role, you will leverage your extensive experience in purchasing, supplier relationships and inventory management to optimize our supply chain and ensure a seamless flow of materials to support our operational goals. You will be instrumental in developing strategic sourcing initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet the evolving demands of our business. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, and a continuous improvement mindset.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain responsibility for monitoring/creating purchase requisitions, on a daily basis, for appropriate vendors through SAP/Oracle-MRP system, and converting requisitions to purchase orders.
- Manage the purchase of materials, supplies, and equipment necessary for maintenance and operations. This includes researching suppliers, negotiating prices, and placing orders.
- Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure quality and timely delivery of products. This includes tracking orders and managing inventory for non-stock maintenance items.
- Monitor inventory levels and ensure that critical items are always in stock to prevent operational disruptions. This includes tracking orders and managing inventory for non-stock maintenance items.
- Analyze purchasing data to identify cost-savings opportunities and implement strategies to reduce expenses while maintaining quality standards.
- Prepare purchase orders, invoices, and contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. This also includes maintaining accurate records of purchases and supplier agreements.
- Work closely with other departments, such as engineering and production, to forecast needs and make informed purchasing decisions based on demand.
- Proven negotiation skills with a track record of successful supplier relationship management.
- Must be a proven problem solver.
- Must bring positive energy to the role and support the rapid needs of the factory.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze data and develop actionable insights to improve purchasing strategies
- Act as frontline supplier manager for the supply base related to product line
- 5+ years of purchasing experience in manufacturing environment.
- Significant experience with managing supplier relationships
- Experience with negotiating long term purchasing agreements
- Experience with International procurement, customs, and tariff for US based companies (preferred)
- Prior experience with Vendor Managed Inventory is a must
- Experience with customer/vendor processes, escalations and resolution
- Be ambitious and willing to work in a fast paced environment
- Strong determination, resilience, and ability to influence
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, engineering or related field preferred.
- Experience with ERP systems and procurement software (e.g., SAP, Oracle)
- Certifications such as Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) or Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP) are a plus
Health & Well-being:Day One
- Competitive health, dental & vision insurance coverage
- Employee Assistance ProgramAfter 90 days of continuous employment
- Maternity Leave (12 weeks at 100% pay)
- 8 weeks of short term disability leave paid at 100%
- 4 weeks of paid parental leave paid at 100%
- Paternity Leave (4 weeks at 100% pay)
- 401k Retirement plan and company paid match
- Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Short Term Disability (company paid)
- Long Term Disability
- Competitive time-off policies
- Tuition Reimbursement
Modine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Modine provides a competitive benefit package, which could include paid vacation, short term disability, 401(k), health, dental, vision, life insurance, flex spending benefits, tuition reimbursement, Health Savings Account and much more. Human Resources will provide more detail upon your hiring.