Buyer/Planner - Direct Hire

The Buyer/Planner is a vital role located in the Taunton, MA area, responsible for driving customer projects from inception to completion. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, and the company is known for its commitment to innovation and quality in the manufacturing sector.

Shift of the Buyer/Planner:

M-F 8a-4:30p. Onsite

Pay Rate/Salary of the Buyer/Planner:

65-75k + annual discretionary bonus.

Responsibilities of the Buyer/Planner:

• Manage projects from quote to kickoff, prototype builds, and handoff to operations.
• Maintain project schedules, BOMs, and trackers; ensure deadlines are met and risks are escalated early.
• Drive cross-functional communication between Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain.
• Procure materials for Trial, OQ, and PQ builds.
• Ensure documentation is accurate and released on time.
• Track and report KPIs such as engineering hours consumed and customer satisfaction.
• Serve as the main internal point of contact for customers on project execution status.
• Prepare project status updates for weekly program and leadership reviews.
• Facilitate smooth transition of projects to Operations post-RTM.

Qualifications of the Buyer/Planner:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2–5 years’ experience in project coordination, operations, or NPI within manufacturing preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with proven ability to manage complex timelines and deliverables.
• Proficiency in Excel; ERP/MRP experience strongly preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including customer interaction.
• Ability to thrive in a matrix environment.

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