Allegion
Buyer/Planner
McKenzie, TN
Work authorization requiredDetected 5 days ago
ForecastingSupply ChainProcurementERPInventory ManagementRecruitingPLCCommunicationMentoringMicrosoft OfficeAccounts Payable
About the role
- With more than 40 brands, 14,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond.
- Additionally, Allegion is proud to be recognized with the 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for the third consecutive year, earning distinction in both the employee engagement and strengths categories.
- Buyer/Planner The Buyer/Planner is responsible for managing the forecasting, inventory, and procurement of components and raw materials for our hollow metal doors & frames manufacturing facility in McKenzie, TN.
Responsibilities
- Maintain healthy inventory levels of components and raw materials by managing forecasts, ordering data, and tracking OSMI/inventory turns.
- Manage purchase orders, maintain quotes, and expedite deliveries as necessary to meet critical production requirements.
- Reconcile SIMS accounts payable and collaborate with Quality Assurance to process material rejects and resolve issues.
- Track supplier performance regarding quality and delivery, and perform Purchase Price Variance (PPV) tracking and comparative quoting.
- Provide cross-functional support for Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VA/VE), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), and Engineering Changes (EC).
Requirements
- Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States.
- 2+ years of purchasing, inventory management, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment (Required)
- Computer proficient with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications (Required)
- Experience with BOMs, inventory accuracy tracking, and accounts payable reconciliation (Required)
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to track supplier performance, PPV, and comparative quoting (Required)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work cohesively in a team environment (Required)
- Community involvement and opportunities to give back so you can "serve others, not yourself"
Nice to have
- Familiarity with VA/VE, PPAP, and Engineering Change (EC) processes (Preferred)
- ASCM (CPIM) or equivalent certification (Preferred)
Benefits
- Our employees enjoy generous paid time off, because at Allegion we recognize that you have a full life outside of work!
- Health, dental and vision insurance coverage, helping you "be safe, be healthy".
- A commitment to your future with a 401K plan, offering a 6% company match and no vesting period
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Competitive Paid Time Off
- Employee Discounts through Perks at Work
- Provide backup coverage for the MRO Buyer during absences.
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field (Preferred) or equivalent combination of education and experience (Required)
Company info
- You're seeking a rewarding opportunity that allows you to truly help others. With thousands of employees and customers around the world, there's plenty of room to make an impact. As our values state, "this is your business, run with it".
- With thousands of employees and customers around the world, there's plenty of room to make an impact.
- As our values state, "this is your business, run with it".
Visa & Work Authorization
- The company does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, TN, etc.) for this employment position.
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