Buyer/Planner

At Nordic Naturals, we take pride in crafting foundational nutrients to help people all over the world live healthy lives. Our mission is to give people, pets, and families the highest-quality nutrients possible to be well and support optimal health. This seemingly simple mission of global health relies on a dedicated team of motivated employees who share our passion for nutrition and wellness. Join us and discover how rewarding it can be to make a living while contributing to a truly great cause.

A career with Nordic Naturals is more than just a job. Every day, our employees bring out the best in each other by drawing on individual strengths to achieve company-wide goals. Every person at Nordic Naturals plays a role in our company's success, and this creates an inspiring atmosphere of trust and collaboration, with ample opportunity for professional growth. We care deeply about what we do, and how we do it.

It's easy to love what you do when your job is to help others be healthy.

• Plan and purchase raw materials, bulk (semi-finished goods) and finished goods to support forecasted demand
• Coordinate domestic and international logistics to support Purchasing requirements
• Monitor inventory levels and changes in demand over time and adjust plan accordingly
• Provide feedback to forecasting team related to unplanned increases or decreases in inventory
• Help manage and maintain masterdata (BOM's, costs, purchasing info records, lead times, etc) within SAP
• Maintain POs and process routine transactions within SAP to ensure accurate inventory and timely payment to suppliers
• Coordinate payment issues between Finance and suppliers
• Proactively monitor inventory levels and expedite/delay purchase orders and shipping as necessary
• Document and maintain written processes and procedures
• Generate and publish metrics that measure and drive improvements in individual and department productivity
• Complete special assignments for the Purchasing department as directed by Purchasing Manager
• Maintain effective relationships and regular proactive communications with suppliers
• Leverage supplier relationships and expertise to make improvements or solve problems
• Drive out waste within the purchasing process and seek cost reductions or cost avoidance
• Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with in-house stakeholders and suppliers
• Work effectively with people across time-zones, cultures, and backgrounds
• Bachelors degree or a minimum of four years experience in a relevant field
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets (Domo or Tableau experience is a plus)
• Practical experience with MRP and ERP systems (SAP experience is a plus)
• APICS, Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma is a plus
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as interests, percentages, proportions, and currency exchange rates
• Ability to utilize data-driven decision-making alongside creativity and instinct
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to problem solve and find solutions independently

Nordic Naturals is an equal opportunity employer. A pre-employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment.

At Nordic Naturals, we're committed to delivering the world's safest, most effective nutrients essential to health. Our award-winning omega-3 fish oil and other foundational nutrients are research supported, expertly formulated, rigorously tested, proven effective and, best of all, great tasting. With products for the whole family, we deliver the nutrients essential for healthy living.

Nordic Naturals has been revolutionizing omega-3s since 1995, pioneering a new definition of fish oil as it relates to purity, freshness, taste, and dosage. Headquartered in Watsonville, CA, the company has expanded beyond solely omega-3s and offers complementary, foundational nutrients essential to health. Our portfolio, which is distributed to over 35 countries, includes more than 200 products in a variety of flavors and formulations for adults, kids, athletes, and pets. Family owned, Nordic Naturals works passionately to see generations of healthier, happier people around the world.

Nordic Naturals offers a great work environment, support for a healthy lifestyle, and an opportunity to be part of a company that's making a positive difference. We are committed to the shared goal of promoting health and wellness by delivering the world's safest, most effective omega oils. We see a growing worldwide market and need a great team of people to enable our company to continue to fulfill its mission.