Planner buyer

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage communication with customers and suppliers.
• Plan production and materials based on customer requirements, following established procedures.
• Share forecasts and future material requirements with suppliers to ensure service levels.
• Maintain systems updated with the latest customer and supplier information, analyzing potential variations.
• Monitor and update operational metrics, providing key information for decision‑making.
• Negotiate delivery dates with customers based on supplier lead times.
• Coordinate with production on special shipment plans and scheduling adjustments.
• Anticipate material purchases when system anomalies or supply risks are identified.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in planning, purchasing, or similar roles.
• Knowledge of material planning and direct material purchasing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with intermediate Excel skills.
• Experience with SAP or Oracle systems (preferred).
• Experience in demand analysis and production scheduling.
• Experience working with suppliers, preferably international suppliers.
• Intermediate English proficiency.
• Strong communication skills across multiple functions.
• Analytical mindset with strong numerical and problem‑solving skills.
• Results‑oriented with a strong sense of urgency.

Benefits

Littelfuse offers competitive compensation and benefits, performance‑based incentives, flexible work arrangements, and development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity

Littelfuse is an equal opportunity employer committed to empowering every associate to make a difference — everywhere, every day.

Littelfuse is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, and/or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.