Buyer/Planner - Lighthouse Professional Services : Job Details

Lighthouse Professional Services a division of Staffing 360 Solutions group, is proud to be a “Best in Staffing 2025” award winner. We have over 50 years of experience placing people with small and global companies. Our offices in New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts serve clients nationwide.

We are currently seeking a Buyer/Planner for a client in Norwalk, CT Hybrid.

Duration: Direct Hire

Location: Norwalk, CT

Hybrid ; 4 Days Onsite 1 Day Remote

Pay Rate: $65-$75K DOE plus small discretionary Bonus

Job Summary:

The Planner/Buyer is responsible for the planning and procurement of Resale Finish goods. This position requires maintaining and monitoring inventory levels at all Company Distribution Centers. The Planner/Buyer is also responsible for monitoring inventory KPI's, as well as, effectively communicating problematic materials or supply to management.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Analyze inventory quantities and material requirements in SAP to ensure optimal stock levels at all times to meet customer demand and in line with corporate objectives.
• Utilize SAP/ Netstock tools and place purchase orders in a timely manner.
• Develop and communicate 12-24 month rolling supply forecast projections to key Vendors.
• Communicate with Vendors to negotiate terms, cost, and delivery.
• Expedite deliveries as necessary, resolve shortages and missed or late deliveries.
• Assist with Vendor non-conformances, vendor returns, claims and credits.
• Communicate supplier information to management or appropriate department(s) as necessary.
• Maintain and update master data in SAP and communicate changes.
• Monitor KPI's and take corrective action as needed.
• Support coordination of the IBP Supply Review Process.
• Contribute to team effectiveness by being a team player, demonstrating positive attitude, upgrading job knowledge and skills as needed through educational opportunities, and promoting company objectives

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately!

Please include a clean copy of your resume, salary expectations and any references.