Jr Buyer Planner

**Essential Duties and Responsibilities **include the following. Other duties may be assigned.- Create and manage reports to optimize team performance- Negotiate favorable price, delivery, terms and shipping with vendors.- Perform follow-up on overdue purchase orders and communicate with internal customers when material will arrive.- Execute reschedule of material as needed.- Work with internal customers to clarify requirements.- Work with accounts payable to resolve any invoice disputes.- Process all vendor returns in an efficient and timely fashion.- Assist Buyers with tasks as assigned.**Qualifications**To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.**Education and/or Experience**- BA in business preferred- Up to 2 years' experience in Supply Chain related field**Other requirements**- Experience with an MRP planning system helpful**Requirements**:- Ability to maintain positive work relationships with all work associates- Ability to maintain good customer relations.