BUYER PLANNER

Kingspan Insulated Panels North America, a division of the Kingspan Group Plc headquartered in Ireland, is a global and trusted leader in the design, manufacturing, and supply of high-performance sustainable building products and solutions for the construction industry. As the most energy-efficient, cost-effective building envelope solutions, insulated metal panels are at the forefront of sustainability. We serve the architectural, commercial/industrial, cold storage and food processing markets, and are committed to delivering the most advanced building products on the market.

Learn about our Planet Passionate initiatives: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEeIS55WMOk

At Kingspan, our future success is based on the quality of our people, who's expertise and motivation have helped ensure that we remain at the forefront of the construction materials manufacturing industry. In joining Kingspan you become an important part of a growing organization with a reputation for innovative design and use of technology, technical expertise, product quality, service excellence, and dedication to sustainability.

Ready to be part of our team?

Performance Bonus

Referral Bonus

Career Advancement Opportunities

Paid holidays and PTO.

We are looking a BUYER PLANNER to add to our team in our Columbus, OH office!

Summary: Leverage procurement best practices to create and implement aggressive strategies to continually lower cost drivers while maintaining established quality standards. Interface with current suppliers in support of daily operations. Seek new vendors to leverage commodities best practices.

Essential Duties:

- Coordinate purchasing activity with manufacturing departments to acquire inventory in a cost-effective and timely manner.

- Anticipate any challenges or disruptions in supply or quality and provide alternative solutions.

- Oversee vendors and ensure adequate procedures are in place to minimize variances and defective material issues.

- Maintain consistent lines of communication with Production, Sales, Engineering, and other departments to confirm needs are met and strategize on future goals.

- Perform detailed analysis to determine optimal supply chain strategies and tactics.

- Develop/review processes within planning to reduce service failures.

- Oversee maintenance of current price information; department and supplier product information; supplier contracts, servicing agreements, etc.

- Build and maintain good supplier and customer relationships.

- Prepare and submit reports as directed.

- Follow the Group Code of Conduct and Group Compliance.

- Follow Compliance requirements per “KNA-SOP-1705 Compliance Roles and Responsibilities.”

- Performs all other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience:

- Bachelor’s degree and/or 3+ years’ experience in procurement for a manufacturing business in the building and construction segment.

- Strong knowledge of department products (steel, chemical, plastic films, lumber, packaging, MRO), supply chain strategies, transportation issues, warehousing, accounting, and office procedures.

- Ability to multitask, organize, and prioritize in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and with minimal supervision.

- Strong analysis skills.

- Strong negotiating skills.

- Medium to advanced skills with MS Excel, MS Word, SAP, or other MRP systems.

Computer Skills:

- Must be highly proficient in all Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Outlook.

Certificates and Licenses:

- CPM, CPSM, APP, or other purchasing credentials.

Other Skills and Requirements:

- High level of interpersonal skills.

- Good to excellent spelling, grammar, and written communication skills.

- Excellent telephone and oral communication skills.

- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here represent those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform key responsibilities.

- Seated Work: Predominantly seated at a desk using a computer, often for extended periods throughout the workday.

- Keyboarding & Manual Input: Frequent use of hands for typing, mouse navigation, and handling documents or office tools.

- Visual & Auditory Requirements: Close vision for working on computers or reading technical documents; ability to hear and communicate clearly in person or via phone.

- Mobility Within Office: Occasional walking to attend meetings, interface with team members, or access office equipment like printers or routers.

- Lifting & Handling: Infrequent lifting of light office items, typically under 20 pounds—such as laptops, monitors, or supply boxes.

- Sensory & Communication: Regular use of vision to read digital content and fine print; consistent verbal and written communication using phones, video calls, and email.

- Environmental Factors: Typical indoor office setting with climate control, moderate noise levels, and standard lighting.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including 401k with company match, Medical, Dental, Vision, Identity Theft Protection, Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Fitness Reimbursement, Educational Assistance, Life, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability, and Life Assistance Program.

Kingspan is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran status and disability status, protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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