Buyer/Planner

About Us

Industrial Rivet & Fastener Co. is a 113-year-old, family-owned global leader in fastening solutions, proudly headquartered in Norwood, NJ. We manufacture and distribute a diverse range of innovative fastening products including rivets, rivet nuts, and installation tooling, serving industries that build and connect the world.

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Buyer/ Planner to join our Supply Chain team. In this role, you will collaborate to improve and enhance the maintenance of our material supply orders in alignment with our demand profile and in accordance with our inventory, logistics, and production strategies.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure material and component availability to support the sales and production schedules

Understand and manage all elements of supply and demand to meet on-time deliveries in support of company inventory objectives

Expedite critical or past due orders and revise purchase order dates

Participate in initiatives to reduce the overall lead time, improve delivery performance, and attain optimal inventory utilization

Collaborate with Quality Personnel to track defective products and to communicate and monitor internal and external corrective actions

Provide back-up support for supply chain functions including Purchasing, Logistics, Production Scheduling, and other duties as assigned

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Analytics, or a related field.

Proficiency in Microsoft office and experience with ERP systems

3-5 years total work experience including at least 2-3 years' experience in procurement, supply chain and inventory control

Procurement and sourcing experience related to raw materials supporting manufacturing operations

Why Join Industrial Rivet & Fastener Co.?

Be part of a 113-year-old family-owned company with a legacy of quality and innovation.

Play a critical role in upholding product excellence for customers around the world.

Work with a talented team in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Competitive Benefits Package, including Health insurance, Health Reimbursement Account, Retirement plan, and generous paid time off.