PRODUCTION PLANNER - BUYER
Metso, Goerkes Corner, WI, United States
Introduction
We are seeking a Junior Operational Procurement Specialist to join our Mining Services Aftermarket – Operations Supply Chain team. You will be responsible for executing operational procurement activities that ensure material availability and supply chain reliability to support aftermarket services, repairs, and upgrades. This involves managing purchase orders, mitigating supply risks, coordinating with suppliers, and responding quickly to changing operational priorities. Your role plays a crucial part in maintaining customer uptime and service continuity, which will directly contribute to operational performance and customer satisfaction.
In this position, you will report to the Senior Manager, Operational Procurement.
This position is mainly located in Brookfield, WI and York, PA, but we are happy to offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options.
Team you belong to
You will join a team of operational procurement and supply chain execution specialists who are dedicated to ensuring reliable aftermarket service delivery for mining customers. The team is passionate about execution excellence and strives to protect customer uptime through strong material availability, supplier coordination, and proactive risk management.
We are currently working on supporting aftermarket services, repairs, component availability, and continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory health, lead time reduction, and execution reliability.
We work closely with internal and external stakeholders, such as Service Operations, Logistics, Customer Service, Sourcing, Engineering, Finance, and key suppliers. Our team culture is centered around accountability, responsiveness, collaboration, and data driven decision making. Team members are located across multiple regions globally.
What You’ll Do
Execute procurement activities supporting Mining Services Aftermarket demand, including repairs, service assemblies, upgrades, and component replenishment
Translate service demand, forecasts, and operational priorities into timely and accurate purchasing actions
Create, release, and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy in pricing, quantities, delivery dates, and commercial terms
Track and expedite open purchase orders, resolving shortages, delays, and supplier performance issues
Identify material risks, supply constraints, and delivery exposures, driving mitigation actions to protect service commitments
Monitor inventory levels, shortages, and backlogs, proposing corrective actions to improve material availability
Act as the primary operational interface with suppliers, supporting day to day coordination and issue resolution
Maintain data accuracy within ERP systems and develop reports to support operational visibility and decision making
Who You Are
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
5+ years of experience in operational procurement or supply chain execution within industrial or service environments
Strong experience managing purchase orders and material flow in fast paced, execution driven operations
Analytical and data oriented, with the ability to translate information into actionable decisions
Highly organized, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines
Strong communicator who engages effectively with cross functional stakeholders and suppliers
Comfortable working independently in a high impact individual contributor role
Experience in mining, heavy equipment, industrial services, or aftermarket operations; familiarity with SAP or similar ERP systems; advanced Excel skills; or basic understanding of engineered/mechanical components
What's In It For You
An inspiring purpose - Enabling sustainable modern life. Minerals and metals are the backbone of essential functions in the modern world. However, there's a pressing need for more sustainable solutions to collect and process them. At Metso, you get to be part of transforming the industry and making a positive change.
Wellbeing and safety - Benefit from occupational healthcare, generous benefits plan, healthy living rewards, mental well-being services, and engagement surveys.
Compensation and rewards - Global incentive program tied to business and performance targets.
Hybrid working possibilities - While we are big advocates of meeting and collaborating in person, we believe in fostering a flexible work environment.
A thriving culture - We are committed to developing an inclusive culture that enables everyone to do their best and reach their full potential. A culture that is courageous, compelling, and caring, and unites our people to build a sustainable future together.
Extensive learning opportunities - Ongoing growth dialogues, internal mobility, mentoring programs, education assistance, ambitious projects, and global opportunities.
Worldwide support - Leverage our network of peers across the world, offering valuable assistance. We get things done together, through open and honest communication.
Metso is committed to pay equity and transparent reward practices globally. Compensation information is shared in line with local legislation and applicable recruitment practices.
Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
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We are seeking a Junior Operational Procurement Specialist to join our Mining Services Aftermarket – Operations Supply Chain team. You will be responsible for executing operational procurement activities that ensure material availability and supply chain reliability to support aftermarket services, repairs, and upgrades. This involves managing purchase orders, mitigating supply risks, coordinating with suppliers, and responding quickly to changing operational priorities. Your role plays a crucial part in maintaining customer uptime and service continuity, which will directly contribute to operational performance and customer satisfaction.
In this position, you will report to the Senior Manager, Operational Procurement.
This position is mainly located in Brookfield, WI and York, PA, but we are happy to offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options.
Team you belong to
You will join a team of operational procurement and supply chain execution specialists who are dedicated to ensuring reliable aftermarket service delivery for mining customers. The team is passionate about execution excellence and strives to protect customer uptime through strong material availability, supplier coordination, and proactive risk management.
We are currently working on supporting aftermarket services, repairs, component availability, and continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory health, lead time reduction, and execution reliability.
We work closely with internal and external stakeholders, such as Service Operations, Logistics, Customer Service, Sourcing, Engineering, Finance, and key suppliers. Our team culture is centered around accountability, responsiveness, collaboration, and data driven decision making. Team members are located across multiple regions globally.
What You’ll Do
Execute procurement activities supporting Mining Services Aftermarket demand, including repairs, service assemblies, upgrades, and component replenishment
Translate service demand, forecasts, and operational priorities into timely and accurate purchasing actions
Create, release, and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy in pricing, quantities, delivery dates, and commercial terms
Track and expedite open purchase orders, resolving shortages, delays, and supplier performance issues
Identify material risks, supply constraints, and delivery exposures, driving mitigation actions to protect service commitments
Monitor inventory levels, shortages, and backlogs, proposing corrective actions to improve material availability
Act as the primary operational interface with suppliers, supporting day to day coordination and issue resolution
Maintain data accuracy within ERP systems and develop reports to support operational visibility and decision making
Who You Are
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
5+ years of experience in operational procurement or supply chain execution within industrial or service environments
Strong experience managing purchase orders and material flow in fast paced, execution driven operations
Analytical and data oriented, with the ability to translate information into actionable decisions
Highly organized, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines
Strong communicator who engages effectively with cross functional stakeholders and suppliers
Comfortable working independently in a high impact individual contributor role
Experience in mining, heavy equipment, industrial services, or aftermarket operations; familiarity with SAP or similar ERP systems; advanced Excel skills; or basic understanding of engineered/mechanical components
What's In It For You
An inspiring purpose - Enabling sustainable modern life. Minerals and metals are the backbone of essential functions in the modern world. However, there's a pressing need for more sustainable solutions to collect and process them. At Metso, you get to be part of transforming the industry and making a positive change.
Wellbeing and safety - Benefit from occupational healthcare, generous benefits plan, healthy living rewards, mental well-being services, and engagement surveys.
Compensation and rewards - Global incentive program tied to business and performance targets.
Hybrid working possibilities - While we are big advocates of meeting and collaborating in person, we believe in fostering a flexible work environment.
A thriving culture - We are committed to developing an inclusive culture that enables everyone to do their best and reach their full potential. A culture that is courageous, compelling, and caring, and unites our people to build a sustainable future together.
Extensive learning opportunities - Ongoing growth dialogues, internal mobility, mentoring programs, education assistance, ambitious projects, and global opportunities.
Worldwide support - Leverage our network of peers across the world, offering valuable assistance. We get things done together, through open and honest communication.
Metso is committed to pay equity and transparent reward practices globally. Compensation information is shared in line with local legislation and applicable recruitment practices.
Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
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