Buyer/Planner - Full-time - Easley, SC (US) **Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.** We are looking for a Buyer/Planner to join our FE_WIBU team in Easley, SC. The Buyer/Planner performs daily procurement actives to ensure goods are available for production and support activities while using acceptable inventory management principles. **Your main tasks and responsibilities:** + Request quotes and compare for best pricing. Select vendors from approved list based on price, delivery and quality. + Plans and coordinates purchases to obtain maximum price discounts based on volume and delivery requirements. + Read daily MRP records and create PO's accordingly. + Maintain and develop Kanban program for maximum efficiency. + Maintain info records for materials in SAP. (vendors and pricing) + Maintain Recordkeeping process for Purchase Orders. + Expedite Purchase Orders and authorize air-freight depending on requirements. + Maintain Material Masters in SAP for system integrity (lead times) + Work closely with Accounting and Receiving to resolve invoice problems. + Make MRO purchases as necessary. + Manage Cycle Count program( Root Cause analysis and corrective actions) + Create Corrective Actions for non-conforming material. + Continuous analysis of safety stock to achieve optimum levels + Follows quality procedures according to ISO 9001. **To succeed in this role, you will need:** + 2 year Associates Degree in related field or equivalent training/experience. + Minimum of three year’s experience in purchasing and /or inventory control. + Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook). + Proficiency in SAP MM module. + Proficiency in use of caWeb software. + Written and verbal communications skills **What we offer you:** + Full Medical, Dental and Vision benefits + Company paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability, Company Paid Life Insurance + 6% 401K or Roth Company Match with immediate vesting. + Company paid Retirement Security Contributions following 1 year of employment. + Annual bonus program. + Competitive Paid Time Off. + Half Days every Friday. + 12 company paid holidays per year. + Tuition reimbursement/educational assistance. + Quarterly gym reimbursement. No visa or work permit support can be provided for this role. **Do you have a question about the role?** Reach out to Sydney Phillips at Sydney.Phillips@sulzer.com or Hiring Manager – Robert Yoder. Our team is looking forward hearing from you! **Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.** We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2025 in Brazil, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA. ​