Buyer Planner III

About Us

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.  

We are a sustainable company engaged to the values of Excellence, Innovation, Collaboration, Respect and Responsibility. We seek professionals who share our vision of creating sustainable solutions that improve lives and protect the planet, today and for future generations. 

We are looking for your talent, join our team and start your journey today! 

Job Summary

Ensure the availability of direct and indirect materials at the plant to meet customer orders on time, based on short- and long-term master production plans, while maintaining inventory levels aligned with company objectives.

Responsibilities

• Properly execute purchasing procedures and develop improvements to the material procurement process.
• Analyze raw material requirements based on short- and long-term master planning schedules (CTB).
• Identify material shortages and excess inventory in a timely manner, taking appropriate corrective and escalation actions.
• Execute exception messages, including expediting, delaying, or canceling orders to maintain the required inventory levels.
• Analyze purchasing requirements and place orders in a timely manner to meet supplier lead times (LT).
• Generate purchase orders on time and obtain the appropriate approvals to support production requirements.
• Coordinate effective supplier meetings to strengthen customer-supplier relationships and prevent material shortages.
• Seek procurement alternatives from approved AVL suppliers to avoid production line stoppages and submit PPV approvals when required.
• Ensure VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory) part numbers are properly controlled to prevent excess inventory, obsolescence, or unexpected shortages.
• Provide suppliers with forecasts based on ERP system requirements.
• Coordinate the supply chain from supplier locations through receipt at the Chihuahua plant, including shipment tracking, customs processes, and international logistics.
• Prepare material shortage reports in a timely manner for follow-up and internal communication.
• Maintain ERP data current and accurate, including MOQ, approved pricing, supplier contacts, and other relevant information.
• Obtain quotations and perform supplier analysis for new product introduction (NPI) components.
• Purchase prototype materials for engineering changes, product substitutions, and product transfers.
• Maintain effective communication with Planning and Warehouse departments regarding material arrivals.
• Participate in daily, weekly, and monthly planning and production meetings.
• Attend internal meetings and meetings with external service providers.
• Maintain communication with the Customs department and warehouse personnel in El Paso regarding imports.
• Complete required purchasing training and certifications.
• Maintain purchasing metrics within established targets, including Inventory Turns, PPV, Material Shortages, RDSL, and avoidance of additional freight costs.
• Implement continuous improvement and cost-saving projects.
• Participate in annual physical inventories and other inventory activities as required by the company.
• Actively participate in sales forecast and inventory projection meetings based on component availability.
• Ensure data integrity of assigned components, including analysis, cycle count requests, inventory adjustments, and supplier discrepancy resolution.
• Prepare and maintain procedures required for ISO certification audits.
• Manage and resolve any issues related to assigned components within the purchasing function.
• Comply with plant safety objectives and quality procedures.

Authority

• Determine purchasing quantities.
• Pull in or push out purchase orders as required.
• Request special shipping methods or expedited transportation.
• Recommend supplier recognition or performance penalties.

Basic Requirements

• 3 to 5 years of purchasing experience, preferably with electronic components.
• Knowledge of ERP systems such as JD Edwards, SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms.
• Advanced English proficiency (90%+, both written and verbal). Mandatory.
• Flexibility in working hours.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
• Excellent attitude and strong interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Conflict management, decision-making, and teamwork skills.
• Customer service mindset and strong relationship-building abilities.
• Inventory control and management experience.
• Analytical skills for inventory discrepancy resolution.
• Proactive attitude.
• Strong sense of urgency.

Our Commitment to Our People 

Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial. 

Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally. 

Together, we have the opportunity – and the power – to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team! 

Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging

At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce.  Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.

Equal Opportunity Employer 

Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or disability. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. 

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