Senior Buyer/Planner - (North Haven, CT)

SUMMARY OF POSITION: Effectively utilize skills and background in Planning, Purchasing, Negotiating, Production Scheduling and Project Management to meet the goals of the Materials Group, Focus Factory and Company. REQUIRED FUNCTIONS: • Responsible for planning, buying and scheduling of production related needs and materials through the production system to meet company objectives. • Understand and execute the Policies & Procedures of the company in satisfying the day to day qualifications of planning, procurement and production scheduling. • Utilize Lean & 6 Sigma tools within areas of responsibility to meet Department and Company objectives. • Work in and promote a team environment, including participation on cross-functional problem-solving and Continuous Improvement teams. • Anticipate issues, coordinate activities and follow up with Production, Warehouse, Quality and Engineering personnel to ensure timely movement and availability of materials/services.