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Experienced Industrial Buyer/Planner

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About PowerRail
PowerRail is a certified AAR M-1003 Manufacturer, Remanufacturer, and Distributor of aftermarket locomotive parts and components, offering a wide range of products. As North America’s leading aftermarket parts provider, we support both EMD and GE locomotives, along with Passenger Transit, Marine, and Power Generation markets.

Our extensive product offerings include both new and Unit Exchange Remanufactured components to accommodate any budget. With our New-UX™ Program, we provide customers with reliable new parts in exchange for rebuildable cores, contributing to sustainability and efficiency. Backed by our Engineering and Development teams, we continuously enhance our products to minimize field failures and downtime.

At PowerRail, we are committed to customer satisfaction through excellence in Customer Service, Manufacturing, Quality & Technical Support, Inside & Field Sales, Warehouse & Shipping.

We are currently seeking a Buyer Planner to join our team.

WE ARE AN EMPLOYEE-OWNED COMPANY

We offer:

  • Competitive compensation.
  • Excellent benefits including health, dental, vision, life, disability, Flex Spending, 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership with profit sharing
  • Stimulating work environment with unlimited growth potential.

This position is located at our corporate headquarters in Exeter, PA

Job Description

Job Summary
The Buyer Planner will play a critical role in managing procurement and inventory planning to ensure the availability of materials and products needed for production and customer fulfillment. This role requires strong analytical skills, supplier relationship management, and the ability to balance cost, quality, and delivery performance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute purchasing and inventory strategies to meet business needs.
  • Manage supplier relationships, negotiate pricing, and ensure on-time delivery.
  • Monitor inventory levels and adjust procurement plans to optimize stock availability while minimizing excess.
  • Collaborate with internal teams, including Engineering, Sales, and Manufacturing, to forecast demand and align supply chain operations.
  • Work with suppliers to resolve quality issues, delays, or supply chain disruptions.
  • Maintain accurate purchasing records and analyze procurement data for continuous improvement.
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement efficiency improvements.

Qualifications

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field preferred.
  • 3+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or inventory planning.
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills.
  • Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to analyze data and make informed purchasing decisions.
  • Knowledge of locomotive, transit, or industrial parts is a plus.

Additional Information

If you are a detail-oriented professional with a passion for supply chain management, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our growing team!

 

PowerRail is an EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled employer. PowerRail is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now, or in the future require sponsorship for employment based non-immigrant and immigrant visas.

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