Supply Chain Buyer/Planner
Company: Pitco Frialator LLC
Location: Bow
Posted on: January 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: Responsible for
source selection, planning, and procurement functions directly
associated with the company’s need for direct and indirect
materials and services. The position is further responsible for the
timely planning and scheduling of receipts and inventory control of
the products as assigned using material resource
planning/enterprise resource planning (MRP/ERP) software and Pitco
Intranet requirements, or as appropriately concluded with a
requisitioner. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the
following. Other duties may be assigned. Manage strategic suppliers
and commodities to meet quality, delivery, and cost savings
objectives. Secure and analyze quotations, negotiate prices and
terms with suppliers, and recommend suppliers with respect to
quality, delivery, and cost competitiveness for assigned
responsibilities. Analyze the planning of recent schedules and
inventory control parameters for the assigned products and services
consistent with resource planning software and Pitco Intranet
requirements, or as arranged with requisitioner. Analyze, adjust,
and optimize product and component inventory levels to coincide
with manufacturing demand and lead time changes. Initiate purchase
orders and amendment orders for parts, services, and/or special
tools. Coordinate submissions and inspections of sample products as
required. Maintain close coordination with scheduling and
manufacturing to ensure timely execution of product and services
sourcing activities. Interview and confer with current and
prospective suppliers to determine supply capabilities,
transportation logistics, inventory control, and management;
negotiate prices and delivery terms with guidance from director of
purchasing for assigned responsibilities. Study market prices and
trends to include the latest manufacturing best management
principles. Work closely with suppliers to meet manufacturing
schedules, and with shipping/receiving, and engineering personnel
to avoid any adverse production impact from supplier delivery
delays. Maintain the integrity of material requirement planning
parameters. ie: lot/order size, lead time, and safety stock.
Maintain procurement records including items or services purchased
costs, delivery, product quality or performance, and inventories.
Identify/reduce slow moving inventory. Develop corrective action
plans with Quality Assurance department, users, vendors, and other
parties, as appropriate, to resolve issues with defective or
unacceptable goods or services. Requirements: Education and/or
Experience Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from four-year college or
university in supply chain business or manufacturing studies; or
equivalent combination of education and experience equaling five to
seven years. *A drug screen is required upon acceptance of an
offer. Benefits: Full Time employees can enjoy a multitude of
benefits including but not limited to: Vacation Time PTO 401K plan
with employer match of 50% up to 4% of employee contribution
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Short and Long Term Disability
Health Club Memberships Tuition Assistance- Pitco will pay 100%
tuition for up to two courses per term for approved classes or
degree programs. (Books, lab fees, etc. are not eligible for
reimbursement.) A grade of "B-" or better is required for payment.
Additional IRS guidelines are defined in the benefit policy. Safety
Shoe and Safety Glasses Reimbursements Pitco is committed to
fostering a workplace known for safety, inclusivity and respect. We
recognize that people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and
perspectives fire our growth and enrich our culture. We are
dedicated to providing employment opportunities and support for
military personnel and their families during and after their
service.
Keywords: Pitco Frialator LLC, New Bedford , Supply Chain Buyer/Planner, Engineering , Bow, Massachusetts
