Buyer/Planner - Stanley Access Technologies at Allegion

Farmington, Connecticut, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
NoVisa
Manufacturing, SecurityIndustries

Requirements

  • Legally authorized to be employed in the United States (no sponsorship for employment visa status)
  • Bachelor's degree in a business or equivalent field preferred
  • 3+ years of manufacturing purchasing experience including quoting, negotiating, planning, and tracking
  • Microsoft Dynamics 365 experience preferred
  • Good Project Management skills
  • Strong analytical skills, bias for action, and strong problem-solving skills
  • Strong communication skills
  • Lean manufacturing skills

Responsibilities

  • Quoting, planning, ordering and tracking delivery of all components across assigned categories
  • Reviewing overall inventory vs department goal and determining actions to be taken
  • Working with team individuals to determine correct plan of action
  • Working with suppliers to reschedule
  • Assisting with component shortage
  • Addressing vendor delivery issues
  • Managing special projects that may be new development or short in scale
  • Helping to lead lean initiatives with production
  • Managing all aspects of assigned component procurement in support of the Farmington Manufacturing Operation
  • Exclusive responsibility for placing orders for components ensuring optimal quality, cost, and delivery parameters
  • Facilitating customer service levels about 98%
  • Evaluating and managing vendor performance to ensure DSI performance, on time deliveries and adherence to quality specifications
  • Developing, organizing and implementing inventory reduction projects and processes

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

ProcurementInventory ManagementSupplier ManagementVendor PerformanceLean InitiativesPurchase OrderingSupply Planning

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience is required for the Buyer/Planner position?

A Bachelor's degree in business or equivalent field is preferred, along with 3+ years of manufacturing purchasing experience including quoting, negotiating, planning, and tracking. Microsoft Dynamics 365 experience is preferred.

Where is the Buyer/Planner position located?

The position is located in Farmington, CT, supporting the Farmington Manufacturing Operation.

What are the key skills needed to succeed in this role?

Candidates need good project management skills, strong analytical skills with a bias for action, strong problem-solving skills, strong communication skills, and lean manufacturing skills.

What is the company culture like at Allegion?

Allegion fosters a world-class team of diligent problem solvers, innovators, fresh thinkers, and communicators who excite and inspire others. The company emphasizes values like 'this is your business, run with it,' invests in professional development, and was awarded the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award in 2024.

Is visa sponsorship available for this position?

Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States, and the company does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status such as H-1B or TN.

Allegion

Global provider of security solutions

About Allegion

Allegion provides security solutions that focus on securing doors and surrounding areas. Their product range includes mechanical locks, electronic access control systems, and biometric scanning devices, catering to various clients such as homeowners, businesses, and educational institutions. Allegion's products work by offering different methods of access control, from traditional keys to advanced technology that uses fingerprints or other biometric data for entry. What sets Allegion apart from competitors is their commitment to integrating new technologies into their security solutions while also adhering to environmental, social, and governance principles. The company's goal is to enhance safety and access for communities while driving innovation in the security industry.

Dublin, IrelandHeadquarters
1908Year Founded
$1,000MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Social Impact, CybersecurityIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive pay
PTO
Career development
More benefits

Risks

Emerging startups with innovative solutions could erode Allegion's market share.
Supply chain vulnerabilities in semiconductor components may disrupt electronic product production.
Rising raw material costs, especially metals, could impact Allegion's profit margins.

Differentiation

Allegion offers a comprehensive portfolio of mechanical and electronic security products.
The company operates in 120 countries under 23 brands, including Schlage and Von Duprin.
Allegion integrates ESG principles, focusing on innovation and community impact.

Upsides

Acquisitions like Unicel and Krieger enhance Allegion's product offerings and market reach.
The demand for touchless security solutions has surged post-COVID-19 pandemic.
Cloud-based access control systems offer scalability and remote management capabilities.

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