Buyer/Planner

**Buyer/Planner**US MA Mansfield , Vacancy ID 2022-40910RESPONSIBILITIES QUALIFICATIONS **Responsibilities*** Utilize ERP/MRP system for planning and procurement* Negotiate cost, quantity, and delivery with suppliers to provide the best price/quantity for the company* Interface with Operations and Corporate Demand Planning to develop a MPS (Master Production Schedule).* Develop high level production plans based on demand and available capacity* Manage Purchase Order life cycle (negotiation, creation, maintenance, follow through) to support manufacturing* Communicate MPS to entire Operations team, and ensure MPS and MRP runs are successfully executed.* Coordinate efforts with Suppliers to investigate and alleviate material shortages impacting the MPS* Interface with inspection, receiving, & shipping personnel to facilitate the expeditious processing of materials that require purchasing department attentioN* Manage subcontract processes and flows if applicable* Improve business practices to reduce inventory and improve cycle times, lead times, service levels Monitor supplier performance and resolve delivery issues Provide feedback/information from suppliers in the non-conforming material process Determine production priority based upon input from Customer Service and Corporate Demand Planning* Maintain Standard Operating Procedures for the department.* Determine attainability of schedules and recommend/execute alternatives if schedule exceeds capacity.* Manage excess and obsolete inventory for review and follow up. Manage returned goods to suppliers**Qualifications*** Minimum of 7 years of progressive Planning and Purchasing experience in an MRP environment* Bachelors Degree, preferably in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering* Strong analytical skills* Experience with MRP systems and knowledge of operations / manufacturing flow* Experience using MRP/ERP systems, Oracle preferred* Strong communication skills* Advanced Excel experience and knowledge* Medical Device ISO 13485 experience**In an effort to minimize the spread of the coronavirus and to protect our employees, all new hires in the US and Puerto Rico will need to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 in order to be considered for employment with Integra LifeSciences, unless eligible for an accommodation as provided by law.**