Buyer and Planner

Our client is looking for a Buyer & Planner in Wayland, MI!

Job Summary

The Buyer and Planner plays a critical role in ensuring timely procurement of raw materials and supplies while coordinating production schedules to meet project deadlines in the erosion control industry. This position supports on-time delivery and production efficiency by balancing inventory levels, vendor performance, and manufacturing needs.

Key Responsibilities

Purchasing:

Source and purchase erosion control materials such as straw, seed, netting, thread, and packaging supplies.

Maintain supplier relationships and evaluate vendor performance for quality, cost, and reliability.

Issue and track purchase orders, monitor delivery timelines, and resolve discrepancies.

Ensure material compliance with job specifications and regulatory standards.

Monitor market trends and material availability, proactively managing risks to supply continuity.

Planning:

Create and update daily and weekly production schedules based on sales orders, forecasts, and inventory.

Coordinate closely with production leads to ensure efficient use of labor and materials.

Plan job orders to meet shipping deadlines and customer delivery expectations.

Analyze demand patterns and lead times to minimize stockouts and overproduction.

Work within ERP or scheduling systems to update inventory records and track material usage.

General Duties:

Maintain accurate inventory records; participate in monthly counts and inventory audits.

Communicate regularly with sales and logistics to align materials and production with customer timelines.

Support new product rollouts or changes in product configurations by adjusting purchasing and planning accordingly.

Identify and drive cost-saving opportunities in procurement and production planning.

Qualifications

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred.

4+ years of experience in procurement or planning in a manufacturing environment (erosion control or construction-related industry a plus).

Familiarity with erosion control products such as wattles, blankets, or hydroseeding materials, and grass seed a plus. • Strong working knowledge of Excel and ERP systems (e.g., Acumatica, NetSuite, QuickBooks Manufacturing, or similar).

Excellent organization, communication, and time-management skills.

Ability to work independently and make decisions in a fast-paced, production-focused environment.