Operational Buyer/Planner

Essential Duties: Analyze MRP/APS outputs and other sources of purchased part demand for completeness. Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for parts, equipment and services accordingly. Effectively monitor supplier performance to deliver on time to the internal customer satisfaction and to satisfy overall delivery to external customers. Ensure proofs of shipment for vendor drop shipments are provided in a timely manner. Manage day to day supplier relationships, enforce prices and other commercial terms for the benefit of JBT Marel. Participate in cost savings projects supporting PNA and central teams in deployment of new suppliers, parts and processes, manages the Engineering Change Notification process for purchased items. Monitors past due levels from suppliers and works with them to minimize risk. Monitors projects and exception reports to identify part availability issues and communicates to all parties involved. Works with Operations Manager and Warehouse Lead to identify item stock outs and work with vendors to expedite deliveries when required. Works with supply base to align gaps to better service customers. Interact with Accounts Payable to ensure all backup documents have been provided and invoices approved to ensure suppliers are paid according to terms. Performs other duties as assigned Requirements: Knowledge and Skills: Must have experience with and a thorough understanding of; MRP, Purchasing, Supplier negotiation, ERP systems, and Materials/Inventory Management Degree: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or Business Administration. Equivalent Purchasing/Supply Chain experience will be considered. Experience: Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Buyer in a manufacturing environment Supervisory Responsibility: No Welcome to our temporary careers site. While we finalize our new website, you can explore open roles and start your career journey with JBT Marel here. At JBT Marel, we’re transforming the future of food through technology, innovation, and collaboration. Our work helps make the global food system more sustainable — and it’s powered by thousands of talented people around the world. We value collaboration, integrity, innovation, and continuous growth — and we believe the best ideas come from diverse perspectives working together. If you’re looking for meaningful work and the chance to make a real impact, explore opportunities at JBT Marel and get ready to transform the future of food.