Senior Buyer Job at Piper Maddox, Fremont, CA

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  • Piper Maddox
  • Fremont, CA

Job Description

Piper Maddox have recently partnered with an exciting start-up with one mission – reducing the number of gas-powered vehicles and increasing the adoption of Electric Vehicles (EV) in the United States.

Currently, we are looking for a Senior Buyer/ Planner to join the team. This person will be responsible for taking ownership of production scheduling and material flow.

In this position, you will be tasked with a number of things including:

  • Maintain and distribute the weekly production schedule, coordinating closely with Production, Warehouse, and Procurement teams to match labor, material, and capacity needs.
  • Release Manufacturing Orders (MOs) and Work Orders (WOs) on a recurring schedule, ensuring all work centers and warehouse teams have what they need for kitting and picks.
  • Work with Production and Warehouse teams to streamline material movement throughout WIP, ensuring efficient routing and minimal bottlenecks.
  • Resolve planning challenges such as shortages, BOM inaccuracies, unplanned demand, and system-related issues before they impact operations.
  • Partner with Procurement to conduct spot buys for urgent material needs and expedite critical components.
  • Collaborate with Engineering and Procurement on ECOs, new product introductions, and sourcing timelines, ensuring materials are available for smooth transitions.
  • Interface with Finance to support COGS accuracy, investigate production variances, and maintain clean WIP and finished-goods data.
  • Continuously refine planning workflows, scheduling methods, and material movement processes based on real-time feedback and performance data.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 4–6 years of experience in material planning, inventory control, production scheduling, or similar supply chain functions—preferably within a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong understanding of supply chain fundamentals, inventory practices, and production planning methodologies.
  • Proficiency in ERP/WMS systems, with experience contributing to upgrades, implementations, or system optimizations.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing competing priorities in a dynamic environment.

If this sounds like the kind of position you would like to be considered for, please follow the links and apply!

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