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Logistics Buyer / Planner: Watts Water Technologies Inc.

Job ID09-122
Company NameWatts Water Technologies Inc.
Job CategoryTransportation/Logistics
LocationNorth Andover, MA
Position TypeFull-Time, Employee
Experience5-10 Years Experience
Date PostedNovember 4, 2009 (Reposted Nov 19)

Logistics Buyer / Planner



Plan assigned product lines and items for purchase using QAD & other tools available--most items will be Finished Goods purchased for re-sale


Manage Safety Stocks & Forecasts at multiple using sites

Work with Product Managers to understand market conditions affecting his/her items

Issue PO's &/or Supplier Schedules for items as recommended by QAD based on planning parameters set up by this person


Expedite and follow through on Purchases and Distribution Order moves


Maintain proper inventory levels as provided by Management

Own responsibility for all aspects of the planning & purchasing through receipt and being made available to customers


Work closely with Customer Service to maintain 98% fill rate goals and to satisfy the customers


Eventually participate in the Sales & Operations Planning process (S&OP)

Informs Manager &/or Product Managers of problems, trends, and opportunities

Prepares Excel & Word reports as needed

Other duties as assigned


Analytical Skills--must analyze multiple data sets, collect & research data, & use experience to augment the data


Problem Solving Skills--Identify & resolve problems in a timely manner, develop alternative solutions, & work in group problem solving


Technical Skills---QAD experience is essential as this requires heavy QAD work, Excel experience required


Interpersonal Skills--Must be able to professionally work with peers, Distribution Centers, Finance, Customer Service, Product Management and Customers


Flexibility--Must handle change well and be willing to put in the time to do the work required and put in extra time when the situation warrants



If interested, please apply online at http://track.tmpservice.com/ApplyClick.aspx?id=835537-1792-6575


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