Buyer/Planner

Join our team and receive all of these great benefits and more: Health, dental and vision plans 12 Paid holidays Paid vacation and sick leave 401(K) Plan and generous matching Variable Monthly Bonus structure Tuition reimbursement Flexible Spending Accounts Basic Life Insurance and Supplemental Service awards Career development Salary continuation and Long-term disability benefits ...and more! Cascade Corporation was founded in 1943, and is a global leader in design, manufacture and marketing of material handling equipment and related technologies. Cascade's employees are our most valuable asset and the primary source of our strength. Their actions and initiatives determine our vitality and continuity as an organization. Personal involvement, teamwork, and cooperation are our basic human values. Cascade has a self-directed management style which provides employees with challenging and rewarding opportunities to utilize their talents and experience in contributing to our world class team's shared success. Certain practices promote this philosophy such as no time clocks, job flexibility/cross training and guiding principles such as mutual respect, trust, consistency and fairness. SUMMARY The Buyer Planner acts as the controller of specific attachment products produced within and outside of the plant. The position contributes to company performance by providing tactical and strategic production support that facilitates the achievement of business goals and objectives. Working closely with production associates and supply chain partners, the Buyer Planner assists with the development and execution of production schedules to meet customer needs. Responsibilities encompass but are not limited to material procurement, logistics coordination, cost reduction activities, inventory accuracy and control, assisting with supply chain development, and cost accuracy. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign the functions to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Job functionsinclude the following & other duties may be assigned. Manage intermediate (medium to high complexity) supply chains to procure materials supporting production Schedule production for intermediate (medium to high complexity) products to meet customer needs Implement continuous improvements and manage cost reduction projects Manage cycle counts and inventory audits Develop new supplier relationships and facilitate improvements with existing suppliers Provide internal customers with price and availability quotes for parts or attachments Manage all aspects of supplier quality Proven ability to mentor and train QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, safely and in alignment with Cascade’s core values. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in related field or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. 3 - 5 years of experience in a production environment. Demonstrated knowledge of Cascade systems and standards desired. Demonstrated experience with MRP and ERP systems preferred. Demonstrated understanding of customer and market requirements, and a passion for customer satisfaction. Able to work effectively in a team environment and independently. Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills. Outstanding organizational and analytical skills. Strong problem solving skills required. Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as welding, machining, and assembly. Demonstrated ability to manage moderately complex products. Demonstrated ability to manage moderately complex supply chains. JOB SCOPE This is a professional purchasing and scheduling role requiring knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures to manage material flow from suppliers to the production facility. The role requires a self-starter used to working independently and with others to accomplish individual and team objectives. Know and apply the practices and procedures of procurement and scheduling. Use established procedures, and work under limited supervision to perform assigned tasks. Evaluation, originality or ingenuity is required for the role. Discretion and judgement are exercised in the execution of job duties. If errors in judgement or professional execution of responsibilities are made, consequences could include disruption to the manufacturing process, including damaged relationships with vendors and customers. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Education: Associate (Required) Experience: Purchasing: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: In person