Planner & Buyer (Planner Focused) Job at Parker Hannifin Corporation in Carson
Parker Hannifin Corporation, Carson, CA, United States
Position Summary
The Planner & Buyer is responsible for ensuring the timely availability of materials and components required to support production and customer demand. This role combines materials planning (forecasting, scheduling, inventory management) with purchasing execution (supplier coordination, purchase order management, and cost/support activities). The position works cross-functionally with Production, Engineering, Quality, Logistics, and Finance to balance service levels, inventory targets, and total cost.
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain production and material plans to meet customer demand and manufacturing schedules.
Analyze demand forecasts, production requirements, and inventory levels to prevent shortages or excess stock.
Manage MRP inputs and outputs, including planned orders, reschedules, and cancellations.
Coordinate with production, operations, and warehouse teams to align material availability with build schedules.
Monitor inventory levels and recommend adjustments to safety stock, reorder points, and lead times.
Maintain accurate planning data in eRP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Epicor, or similar).
Provide regular updates on material status, risks, and mitigation plans to stakeholders.
Purchase parts, equipment, and materials by preparing requests for quotations and submitting purchase orders with approved suppliers.
Issue purchase orders and agreements that accurately reflect price, schedule, terms, and conditions as negotiated with suppliers.
Maintain accuracy of open purchase orders, quotes, work orders, and part master data. Maintain accurate lead times for assigned commodities.
Monitor and evaluate production execution to plan and supplier performance. Advise appropriate personnel of production issues or impending supplier failure.
Resolve shipment quality discrepancies by mediating supplier/manufacturing issues and facilitating resolution via conferences between suppliers and company personnel.
Negotiate and settle damage claims, rejections, losses, returns of materials, over-shipments, cancellations, and engineering changes with suppliers.
Assist in executing requisite system transactions needed to support receipt, storage, and transfer of material.
Participate in continuous improvement activities and provide suggestions for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
Comply with federal, state, and aerospace industry regulations; ensure adherence to requirements and advise management on needed actions. Comply with Government/Commercial Practices Manual (GPM/CPM) policies and procedures.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree (BA) in Business Administration, Supply Chain Operations or related field required.
4+ years’ experience in manufacturing environment required.
APICS certificate preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of manufacturing resources planning theories/systems, principles, software, and industry practices.
Ability to effectively assess and implement continuous improvement methods (e.g., pull systems, process mapping, JIT).
Knowledge of legal, regulatory, and internal policy requirements related to production control.
Conditions of Employment
This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.
Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule
Competitive Compensation
Pay Range: $83,250 to $132,150 annually
Participation in Annual Incentive Program
Benefit & Retirement Plans
Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:
Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
Career development and tuition reimbursement.
Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays
Equal Employment Opportunity
Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affinity Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations. ("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")
Drug Tests
Drug-Free Workplace. In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug‑free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.
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The Planner & Buyer is responsible for ensuring the timely availability of materials and components required to support production and customer demand. This role combines materials planning (forecasting, scheduling, inventory management) with purchasing execution (supplier coordination, purchase order management, and cost/support activities). The position works cross-functionally with Production, Engineering, Quality, Logistics, and Finance to balance service levels, inventory targets, and total cost.
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain production and material plans to meet customer demand and manufacturing schedules.
Analyze demand forecasts, production requirements, and inventory levels to prevent shortages or excess stock.
Manage MRP inputs and outputs, including planned orders, reschedules, and cancellations.
Coordinate with production, operations, and warehouse teams to align material availability with build schedules.
Monitor inventory levels and recommend adjustments to safety stock, reorder points, and lead times.
Maintain accurate planning data in eRP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Epicor, or similar).
Provide regular updates on material status, risks, and mitigation plans to stakeholders.
Purchase parts, equipment, and materials by preparing requests for quotations and submitting purchase orders with approved suppliers.
Issue purchase orders and agreements that accurately reflect price, schedule, terms, and conditions as negotiated with suppliers.
Maintain accuracy of open purchase orders, quotes, work orders, and part master data. Maintain accurate lead times for assigned commodities.
Monitor and evaluate production execution to plan and supplier performance. Advise appropriate personnel of production issues or impending supplier failure.
Resolve shipment quality discrepancies by mediating supplier/manufacturing issues and facilitating resolution via conferences between suppliers and company personnel.
Negotiate and settle damage claims, rejections, losses, returns of materials, over-shipments, cancellations, and engineering changes with suppliers.
Assist in executing requisite system transactions needed to support receipt, storage, and transfer of material.
Participate in continuous improvement activities and provide suggestions for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
Comply with federal, state, and aerospace industry regulations; ensure adherence to requirements and advise management on needed actions. Comply with Government/Commercial Practices Manual (GPM/CPM) policies and procedures.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree (BA) in Business Administration, Supply Chain Operations or related field required.
4+ years’ experience in manufacturing environment required.
APICS certificate preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of manufacturing resources planning theories/systems, principles, software, and industry practices.
Ability to effectively assess and implement continuous improvement methods (e.g., pull systems, process mapping, JIT).
Knowledge of legal, regulatory, and internal policy requirements related to production control.
Conditions of Employment
This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.
Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule
Competitive Compensation
Pay Range: $83,250 to $132,150 annually
Participation in Annual Incentive Program
Benefit & Retirement Plans
Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:
Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
Career development and tuition reimbursement.
Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays
Equal Employment Opportunity
Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affinity Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations. ("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")
Drug Tests
Drug-Free Workplace. In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug‑free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.
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