Buyer – Planner

Nortek Data Center Cooling

. Create, review, and maintain purchase orders to ensure material availability and support production schedules .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • Tennessee • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supply chain management, including inventory planning and control, supplier relationship management, and cost analysis. Proficient in utilizing ERP/MRP systems and advanced analytics to support continuous improvement initiatives and achieve operational objectives.

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Supply Chain ManagementInventory Planning And ControlSupplier Relationship ManagementCost Analysis And NegotiationProject Management

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Hard Skills

Inventory PlanningCost AnalysisNegotiationOrder ManagementData Analysis

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsCross-Functional CollaborationLeadership AbilityCustomer Experience MindsetTime Management

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemMRP SystemMicrosoft Office

Certifications & Qualifications

APICS CertificationCPM CertificationCPSM Certification

Industry Keywords

Supply ChainContinuous ImprovementMaterial AvailabilityProduction SchedulesForecasting

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create, review, and maintain purchase orders to ensure material availability and support production schedules
Monitor open orders and communicate with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery of materials and components
Manage planning actions, including order expedites, de-expedites, reschedules, and cancellations, to align supply with demand
Build and maintain positive supplier relationships while assisting with the resolution of delivery, quality, and invoice-related issues
Collaborate with Operations, Production, Engineering, Quality, and other cross-functional teams to address material shortages and support business objectives
Maintain inventory levels in accordance with company targets and support working capital objectives
Review forecasts, demand changes, and inventory trends to adjust planning parameters, including safety stock and lead times
Maintain accurate purchasing and planning data within the ERP/MRP system
Complete departmental standard work, reporting, and documentation in accordance with established procedures
Support continuous improvement initiatives and assist in the development and maintenance of purchasing and planning processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associates Degree required in related field
Bachelor’s Degree preferred in related field
Supply chain management a plus
APICS, CPM or CPSM certification preferred
3+ years minimum work experience in supply chain or related field, preferred
Customer Experience mindset
Earn others’ trust and respect through consistent honesty and professionalism in all interactions
Work cooperatively with others without regard to level or status to achieve results
Take personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work, and achieve results with little oversight
Good communication skills and ability to work in a cross-functional environment
Manage own time, priorities, and resources to achieve the goal
Demonstrated leadership ability
Project management experience preferred
Advanced analytics and Microsoft Office skills preferred
Supplier relationship management
Cost analysis and negotiation
Inventory planning and control
Cross-functional collaboration
Continuous improvement mindset

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health
Dental
Vision
Life
STD
LTD
FSA
HAS
401(k) Plan with company contributions