LISI AEROSPACE is ranked 60th in the global aerospace value chain and specializes in the design and manufacture of high-tech metal components to enhance aircraft safety and performance. Active since 1950 in the fastener market (no. 3 worldwide), LISI AEROSPACE has been a recognized player in metal components for aircraft engines and airframes since 2011. With its dedication to industrial excellence, LISI AEROSPACE aims to become a leader in costs, quality, deadlines and workplace safety. This mindset is represented at every level of our company and by all of our team members. At LISI AEROSPACE, we focus above all on advancement and flexibility. Every employee is empowered and has the latitude they need to carry out their assignments and develop their skills. We provide this mobility and training through our Corporate University, the LISI Knowledge Institute (LKI). As a result, our company is growing fast and always welcoming new talents.

PLANNER BUYER II

SUMMARY

The Planner Buyer II has the primary responsibility of providing material availability by issuing and controlling purchase orders and coordinating material requirements to ensure continuity of supply timed to meet production requirements. The Planner Buyer II is responsible for ensuring all required actions and or services, prior to and after purchase order, are completed timely to support production needs through application of purchasing management and negotiation. The Planner Buyer II coordinates and expedites the flow of production and materials within work centers, capacity, priority planning and re-planning according to the shop sequences and shipping schedule.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation for disabilities may be made for one or more of the following:

• Review and execute action messages to create purchase orders for raw material based on MRP requirements by comparing current inventory against future demands.

• Outsources subcontract work to approved vendors based on MRP requirements or specific production / planning requirement by comparing internal production demand and capacity.

• Review documents such as production schedules, work orders, and staffing tables to determine
personnel and materials requirements, and material priorities.

• Identifies and sources new suppliers by investigating potential supplier capabilities, approvals, equipment, machinery, services, and material availability.

• Resolves shipment quality discrepancies by mediating supplier/manufacturing issues. Facilitates the resolution of issues by arranging and participating in conferences between suppliers and company team members.

• Review and analyze ERP system to release work orders to schedule.

• Revise production schedules when required due to design changes, labor or material shortages,
backlogs, or other interruptions, collaborating with management, marketing, sales, production, and engineering.

• Negotiates and settles claims for: damage, rejections, and losses, return of materials, over-shipments, cancellations, and engineering changes with suppliers. Provides parts, equipment, and materials information by answering questions and requests. Prepares reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.

• Record production data, including volume produced consumption of raw materials, and quality
control measures.

• Coordinates purchasing activities with manufacturing and engineering departments to maintain inventory at planned levels.

• Communicates effectively to management and suppliers, fostering a team atmosphere and reports on issues in a timely fashion.

• Analyses inventory and usage trends to determine procurement quantities, manage raw material inventories and which raw materials to be purchased.

• Obtains price quotes from vendors, compare quotes against LISI purchasing requirements and the budget, and places orders.

• Responsible for maintaining accurate subcontractors, suppliers, and vendor files.

• Implements and suggests waste elimination initiatives specifically related to the function and department such as EMS and recycling opportunities to elimination of production waste.

• Responsible for complying with government, company, and local policies, procedures, and regulations (e.g., Estimating system manual, RFPs/RFQs, ITAR, Procurement integrity, Export Compliance) relating to the development of cost proposals. Awareness of proposal, accounting, and rate development (common systems). Awareness of audit, fact-finding, and negotiation processes (e.g., self-audit, internal audit, government audit, effective negotiation) and how they affect the proposal process.

• Responsible for complying with the rules and regulations set forth by Federal, Local, and State government, LISI Aerospace, and HSE Procedures.

• Responsible for attending all training provided and for adhering to all HSE procedures, policies, and plans, conforming to reporting requirements, and safe operating procedures at all times.

• Required to bring any known or suspected nonconformance for all company procedures or legal requirements to management’s attention immediately.

• The essential functions have been provided as examples of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The Company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, as other duties may be assigned. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

Ways of working, Experience, and Behaviors

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Analytical – Ability to analyze and understand complex information, product specification, and critical technical information. Able to scrutinize information providing succinct information on risks and proposed actions. Ability to quantify/evaluate manufacturing processes and technologies to identify capabilities and ensure “best cost” solutions for purchased components and new product cost parameters.

• Technical Skills – Understands and has working knowledge of the manufacturing production control and planning process, procedures and function; use and understand basic computer entry and processing skills.

• Oral and Written Communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens intently to others and seeks clarification; Provides clear and pleasant responses to inquiries regardless of the situation. Strong interpersonal skills required with Supplier/Customer conflict resolution. Customer service-oriented.

• Team Work – Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Places success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed; Recognizes accomplishments of team members.

• Business Acumen – Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.

• Cost Consciousness – Works within the direction of the department’s resources; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.

• Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change under limited supervision and direction

• Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Develops realistic action plans.

• Quality control—the individual demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, monitors own work to ensure quality and applies feedback to improve performance.

• Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no supervisory duties.
May be assigned to lead and/or coach team members with new or updated procurement programs.

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Education and/or Experience
• Bachelor degree (BA/S) in Supply Chain, Logistics or Business Administration.

• Minimum 3 years related experience in Purchasing, Supply Chain, or a technical position in a high volume manufacturing environment and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience in a fast pace environment.
• Minimum 2-3 years of Expeditor or Production Planning I direct experience preferred in a fast paced manufacturing environment
• Working and specialized knowledge of the interdepartmental operations. Experience in supply and demand forecasting.
Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume. Ability to understand concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Computer Skills
• Working knowledge of MRP system and network procurement system. Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, WORK ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND SAFETY

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative 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 the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include 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. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Safety and Environmental
Participate in the development and promotion of the HSE culture
Be exemplary in terms of health, safety and the environment, in particular by :
- Respecting and ensuring respect for the instructions and rules established in the field of health, safety and the environment (in particular the LISI golden rules)
- Immediately correcting, whenever possible, or reporting to his or her superiors and/or the HSE department, any malfunction or risky situation in the fields of health, safety and environmental protection
- Implementing preventive actions to reduce the environmental footprint and control health and safety risks
Participate, upon request, in analyses (of risks, incidents) and HSE working groups related to his/her professional scope
Be familiar with the main health and safety risks and the main environmental impacts relating to the scope of his/her work
Be familiar with the site's HSE policy and objectives
To be able to make proposals for improving working conditions and limiting environmental impact

LISI is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.