About the role

AI summarised

The Senior Buyer/Planner manages end-to-end procurement and planning activities to ensure timely, cost-effective, and high-quality supply of materials and services. This role combines operational execution with advanced supply chain analytics, partnering cross-functionally with Engineering, Planning, Quality, and Operations to drive supply continuity and data-driven decision-making. The position requires strong analytical capabilities, supplier management expertise, and the ability to influence stakeholders through insights that improve business outcomes.

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Key Responsibilities

Manage purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and change orders to ensure accurate and timely execution
Coordinate with Planning and Manufacturing to support demand fulfilment and inventory optimization
Maintain data integrity in procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Ariba, ERP/MRP systems)
Support volume planning and material availability to meet production schedules
Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, risks, and cost drivers across materials and suppliers
Develop and maintain dashboards and reports (e.g., Excel, Power BI) to support decision-making
Perform demand, inventory, and supply planning analysis to improve forecast accuracy and inventory health
Conduct root cause analysis on supply disruptions, shortages, and excess inventory
Provide data-driven recommendations to optimize procurement, planning, and supplier performance
Support scenario planning and modeling to evaluate supply chain risks and opportunities
Manage supplier relationships for direct materials with low to medium complexity
Monitor supplier performance using KPIs and scorecards

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or analytics-related roles
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in data interpretation
Proficiency in data tools (Excel, Power BI) and ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Ariba)
Experience in demand planning, inventory management, and supply chain analytics
Ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders with data-driven insights
Strong communication skills with the ability to present analysis clearly
Self-motivated and adaptable in a fast-paced environment