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Buyer/Planner – Manufacturing

**Location:** Spartanburg, SC

**Pay Range:** $20/hr to $22/hr(depending on experience)

**Shift:** Monday–Friday, 6am to 2:30pm

**Type:** Full-Time, Contract Only

About the Role

We’re seeking a detail-oriented **Buyer/Planner** to join a leading manufacturer of precision flow and process measurement instruments. In this role, you’ll keep production running smoothly by managing purchasing, scheduling, and inventory for a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment.

You’ll coordinate with suppliers, production, and engineering to make sure materials arrive on time, in spec, and at the best possible cost. If you love solving problems, organizing data, and keeping operations efficient, this could be a great fit!

What You’ll Do

+ Plan and schedule production orders based on demand forecasts and inventory levels.

+ Issue and manage purchase orders for raw materials, components, and services.

+ Work closely with suppliers to track deliveries, resolve issues, and improve lead times.

+ Update ERP/MRP data (lead times, reorder points, safety stock, etc.) to ensure accuracy.

+ Partner with production and engineering to address material shortages or quality issues.

+ Maintain lean inventory levels while ensuring production continuity.

+ Support cost-saving and continuous improvement initiatives.

What We’re Looking For

+ 2–5 years of experience in **purchasing, planning, or materials management** (manufacturing preferred).

+ **Associate or Bachelor’s degree** in Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred

+ Proficiency in **ERP/MRP systems** (Epicor, SAP, or similar) and **Excel** (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables).

+ Strong attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills.

+ Ability to read BOMs and understand manufacturing workflows.

Preferred

+ APICS/CPIM certification or similar

+ Experience in precision manufacturing, machining, or instrumentation

+ Understanding of Lean principles and ISO 9001 systems

Why You’ll Love It

+ Steady day shift — no weekends!

+ Opportunity to grow in a stable, well-established manufacturing company.

+ Supportive team environment focused on quality and innovation.

? **Interested?**

Apply today or contact **Liz at [email protected]** for more details!

Join Adecco and take the next step toward a rewarding manufacturing career.

**Pay Details:** $20.00 to $22.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

+ The California Fair Chance Act

+ Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

+ Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

+ San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

**Massachusetts Candidates Only:** It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.