We are seeking a strong communicator to join our organization as a Buyer/Planner. This role requires a motivated self-starter with high level of initiative and strong work ethic. As our new Buyer/Planner, you will be responsible for issuing and allocating materials and managing production forecasts and backlogs. The Buyer/Planner position is full-time based in Wallingford, CT.

Main tasks and responsibilities

• Manage and review material availability for production based on forecast and backlog.
• Create manufacturing jobs, Issue/allocate material, assign S/N’s and complete jobs as built and ready for shipment.
• Maintain build schedule and tracking sheets.
• Use ERP system to schedule production.
• Review Purchasing suggestions generated by MRP system for inventory components needed for production.
• Quote and Procure material and components.
• Manage and expedite Purchase Orders needed to fulfill build schedule for on-time delivery to customer.
• Track shortages for each line and effectively plan production accordingly.
• Review, approve and implement Engineering Change Requests for designated lines.
• Create and maintain parts and assemblies in Item Master
• Maintain Bill of Materials in MRP system for designated lines.

Key qualifications:

• High School diploma
• Bachelor’s degree in business or Certification in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) or other relevant related accreditation a plus
• 3 years of related experience in procurement and materials requirement planning in a manufacturing industry (ie: Sheet metal, fittings, electrical components, custom assemblies, heat exchangers, power supplies, etc).

• Ability to work in fast paced environment.
• Motivated self-starter with high level of initiative and strong work ethic
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to balance multiple tasks.
• Capable of working well in a multi-disciplinary team environment with high degree of collaboration.
• Proven history in supporting manufacturing planning and procurement.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office; Excel.
• Experience with ERP/MRP – Epcior Software is a plus.

The above statements reflect the principal functions of the position and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

What we can offer

• An opportunity to work in a company in strong growth and a leading position in the market.
• A visible role with many exciting interfaces, internally and externally
• The opportunity to work in a global company that contributes to the green transition.
• A dynamic and highly professional working environment consisting of competent and committed colleagues.

Nel Hydrogen provides comprehensive health and insurance benefits for its employees as well as a short-term incentive program. The Company offers competitive paid vacation time, sick leave, and holidays.

The Company has a published Code of Conduct that all employees are expected to follow.

Visas

• Nel will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided.
• Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

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