Buyer/Planner - (Sherman, TX)

Description This position is responsible for the planning and procurement of items/commodities for production of valves and controllers in accordance with company policies. This position is also responsible for the management of customer orders and backlog. This is accomplished by performing the following tasks: Responsibilities * Utilize Planner Workbench to release new orders and reschedule orders to suppliers. * Backlog management. * Product phase in/phase out. * Manage product purchase orders. * Implement materials strategies with suppliers. * Set purchased parts Standard Costs. * Implements Procurement projects. * Manage return goods to the supplier. * Manage supplier performance and problem resolution. * Establish and implement annual cost reduction/containment goals. * Other duties as assigned.