Purchasing Buyer Planner

Company: Kenda Tires
Location: Tallmadge
Posted on: February 21, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Our Purchasing Buyer Planner is responsible for all materials and inventory entering our Martin Wheel Division. This includes intercompany shipments and external suppliers, both domestic and international, and production entries. Please note that this is an on-site position Benefits: Generous Pay commensurate with experience and/or education Benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life, accident, critical care, and short-term & long-term disability insurance 401K retirement program with employer match Paid holidays, sick and vacation time Employee purchase pricing on auto, power sport, and bicycle tires Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 1-3 years of experience in Purchasing desired Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business administration, or a similar field Strong computer and data analytic skills Ability to utilize an integrated ERP system Knowledge of Microsoft Office Forecasting experience desired Self-motivated, organized, and effective time management. Ability to travel, up to 5%. Strong communication and interpersonal skills Organizational skills and ability to work in teams. Ability to adhere to strict deadlines. Responsibilities Manage delivery schedules using Material Resource Planning (MRP) to determine order quantities & delivery schedules. Reschedule orders and deliveries as needed to both minimize excess material and ensure continuity of supply. Establish and maintain lot sizes to leverage supplier economic order quantities and optimize container utilization. Work with operations to ensure efficient use of available space. Select appropriate supplier to meet cost and delivery targets. Process purchase order requests to meet material demands for the location. Review and provide input to forecasted usage. React to customer order and forecasted demand changes and maintain system due dates and planning parameters. Research and resolve inventory discrepancies. Research and obtain corrective action plans for supplier quality issues. Contribute to operational excellence by meeting departmental and company KPI’s. Actively participate in yearly Physical Inventory. Other purchasing duties as assigned. Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). hc107677

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