Senior Buyer/Planner

Who We Are

PAC is a global leader in advanced analytical instruments for laboratories and process environments in the hydrocarbon processing industry.

Customers rely on PAC technology to meet regulatory requirements, improve productivity, and maintain operational excellence.

The Senior Buyer/Planner plays a critical role in ensuring the seamless flow of materials, components, and services required to support production and customer demand.

This position is responsible for managing the supply base with a strong focus on delivery performance, quality, cost optimization, and inventory efficiency.

The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment and excels at building strong supplier relationships while driving continuous improvement across the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

Planning & Procurement


* Collaborate with Production Supervisors and Planners to understand sub-assemblies, production sequences, and material requirements.


* Analyze inventory levels and product demand to determine reorder points, including spike management strategies to ensure availability while minimizing carrying costs.


* Maintain accurate inventory and purchasing data within the ERP system and follow established standard work procedures.


* Prepare and manage purchase orders, ensuring timely delivery to meet operational needs.


* Procure a wide range of complex and technical parts, materials, and services.


* Coordinate procurement activities from initial intent to purchase through final delivery.

Supplier Management


* Source, evaluate, and engage reliable suppliers and vendors.


* Build and maintain long-term supplier relationships to support quality, cost, and delivery objectives.


* Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to secure advantageous agreements while balancing cost, quality, and service.


* Lead and manage supplier Return Material Authorizations (RMAs) as needed.


* Resolve issues related to damage claims, rejections, returns, over-shipments, cancellations, and engineering changes.

Inventory & Process Optimization


* Manage and optimize Kanban inventory levels, including CONWIP and other replenishment strategies.


* Conduct inventory analysis and support initiatives to increase inventory turns and reduce overall inventory value.


* Perform spend analysis and support contract planning with key vendors to drive cost optimization.


* Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including value engineering/value analysis efforts with Manufacturing and Design Engineering teams.


* Review procurement-related risks and opportunities, developing proactive mitigation plans.

Cross-Functional Collaboration


* Support R&D in identifying and qualifying suppliers for new components or partner manufacturers.


* Assist in developing and implementing supplier qualification processes.


* Work closely with Accounts Payable to resolve invoice...