Purchasing Buyer

Service Parts Planner / BuyerLocation: Allen, TX (Hybrid)Pay Rate: $31.54/hourDuration: 6–12 month contract (based on performance, workload, and budget)Schedule: Full-time | Flexible start time between 7:00–8:00 AMTraining: Onsite for the first 2–3 weeksPosition OverviewWe are seeking a Service Parts Planner / Buyer to support Repair Operations through purchasing, inventory planning, forecasting, and materials management activities. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with experience in supply planning, ERP systems, and inventory control who can work independently in a fast-paced environment.The selected candidate will play a key role in ensuring service parts availability, maintaining accurate inventory data, and supporting operational efficiency through forecasting and reporting.Key ResponsibilitiesForecast and plan service parts using MRP systems Maintain accurate material and parts master data Analyze inventory levels, usage trends, lead times, and demand forecasts Review backlog daily beyond automated system triggers Partner with internal supply planning teams to ensure timely fulfillment Communicate parts availability, shipping updates, and delivery timelines to stakeholders Create and maintain reports using Tableau, SAP, and Excel Generate purchase orders and stock transfer orders while tracking open orders Monitor service parts inventory against purchase orders Prepare and distribute weekly KPI reports Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree preferred in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering, or related field 2–3 years of experience in materials planning, purchasing, inventory management, or repair parts expediting Experience working with SAP or similar ERP systems Strong forecasting and inventory control experience Advanced Excel skills including reporting, analysis, and pivot tables Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently after a structured training period Preferred QualificationsExperience in repair operations or service parts environments Tableau reporting experience Oracle ERP experience Top Skills NeededPurchasing experience Planning and forecasting experience Inventory control management SAP and/or Oracle ERP knowledge Strong Excel proficiency Work EnvironmentHybrid work environment based in Allen, TX Repair Operations setting No lifting requirements No special safety equipment required Minimal travel (less than 10%) Interview ProcessTwo virtual interviews via Google Meet Each interview will last approximately 30–40 minutes Mix of behavioral and technical questions focused on purchasing, planning, ERP systems, and forecasting Camera participation is recommended