The Production Buyer is tasked with coordinating products through the complete production cycle. Develops production/supply plans based on demand forecasts, availability of materials, and manufacturing capacity . Identifies and maintains the appropriate planning parameters in ERP systems to optimize subassembly production and raw material supply plans. Evaluates and analyzes data regarding processes and systems. Resolves problems with inventory, production schedules, or materials shortages and recommends countermeasures to avoid future problems. Establishes a balance between vendors and internal and external customers based on supply and demand for materials and finished goods.

　　As a Production Buyer on our Material’s team, you will be responsible for the below.

　　Responsibilities:

　　• Communicate and coordinate with factory teams to ensure continuous supply of product, meeting quality and delivery standards.

　　• Resolve any vendor line stopping issues.

　　• Driving forward our Lean culture by implementing consignment, Kanban, just-in-time, postponement, and other materials strategies to reduce inventory while maintaining inventory availability.

　　• Develop action plans and countermeasures with schedulers, development, and factory teams for inventory control.

　　• Work closely with the Strategic Sourcing Team to ensure low-cost regional sourcing, supplier assessment & management.

　　• Participate and initiate continuous improvement through use of appropriate FBS (Fortive Business System) tools.

　　• Collaborate cross functionally with New Product Introduction team to ensure successful launch of new products from engineering design to production in the factory.

　　• May coordinate and supervise the integration of new production cells from one location to another.

　　• Establish and maintain standard work and/or consistent training in the materials team.

　　Qualifications:

　　• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain  or similar

　　• Proven track record to tackle complex problems related to inventory control

　　• Must be proficient in Excel • Self-starter who seeks out ways to improve processes before being asked • Ability to be effective in a fast paced, metric driven environment • 1 -4 years of progressive experience in planning, purchasing , and inventory control within a lean manufacturing environment. • Good time management and organizational skills.The ability to prioritize and balance multiple projects at once

　　• Excellent verbal and written communication

　　Fortive Corporation Overview

　　Fortive’s essential technology makes the world stronger, safer, and smarter. We accelerate transformation across a broad range of applications including environmental, health and safety compliance, industrial condition monitoring, next-generation product design, and healthcare safety solutions.

　　We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in software-powered workflow solutions, data-driven intelligence, AI-powered automation, and other disruptive technologies. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to groundbreaking sustainability solutions.

　　We are a diverse team 18,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.

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　　Everett, WA: The salary range for this position is $62215 - $115575

　　This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.

　　Base pay offered may vary depending on various factors, including, but not limited to: job-related knowledge; skills; experience; and other eligibility factors such as geographic location. The Total Rewards package includes competitive base pay and an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and several programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.