Oakley - Production Planner Buyer Job at LUXOTTICA
Oakley - Production Planner Buyer
Date: May 8, 2023
Location: Foothill Ranch, CA, US, 92610
Requisition ID: 806127
Position:Full-Time
Position:Full-Time
Oakley, Inc. is a sport and lifestyle brand, driven to ignite the imagination through the fusion of art and science. Building on its legacy of innovative, market-leading optical technology, the company manufactures and distributes high performance sunglasses, prescription lenses and frames, goggles, apparel, footwear, and accessories.
The essence of the brand is communicated through hundreds of professional and amateur athletes who depend on Oakley products to provide them with the very best while they redefine what is physically possible.
Oakley is part of Luxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of fashion, luxury and sports eyewear. Our wholesale network covers more than 150 countries and our retail presence consists of over 9,100 retail stores across the globe.
In North America, our wholesale business is the home to other global brands like Ray-Ban and many of the top fashion house brands. Our leading retail brands include; LensCrafters, Sunglass Hut, Pearle Vision, and Target Optical. We are also home to EyeMed, the fastest growing vision care company in the United States.
GENERAL FUNCTION
The Production Buyer Planner owns and drives new product introductions within the optical supply chain. Interacts with internal partners including marketing, engineering and manufacturing to understand material and demand requirements. Works with external vendors to ensure the best value, highest quality and timely delivery for optimal inventory levels in support of production plans.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plans and procures material requirements for various eyewear categories.
- Manages suppliers to meet completion dates according to sales forecasts or customer orders.
- Manages optimal inventory levels while maximizing production plan feasibility.
- Reviews and processes MRP suggestions.
- Creates purchase orders to support MRP.
- Works with NPI planning and engineers on new releases to ensure material coverage of launch dates.
- Expedites supplier orders that delay schedules and alters schedules to meet unforeseen conditions.
- Develops partnership with local and overseas suppliers.
- Prepares procurement reports.
- Takes active part on lean activities with suppliers when applicable (Consignment Inventory, Kanban Inventory).
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- MRP knowledge
- 3+ years purchasing and/or planning experience
- 3+ years’ experience in manufacturing
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision
- Strong communication skills
- Excellent ability to multi-task and prioritize
- Experience with SAP MM, PP and BW
- Effective skills in financial, market, and supplier analysis
- Factual and data driven decision maker
- Strong analytical background with a proven ability to define and create total cost of ownership models
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Software applications such as Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Word
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain or relevant field
- 3+ years’ experience in manufacturing in sourcing, procurement, logistics or inventory management with proven track record of improvement
- APICS CPIM and/or CPM certified
Pay Range: $[[57,212.00]] - $[[79,672.00]]
Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package Benefits/Incentive Information including health benefits, PTO, 401K, paid family leave, tuition reimbursement, and eyewear discounts.
Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, EssilorLuxottica will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need assistance in the application and hiring process. To request a reasonable accommodation, please call the Luxottica Ethics Compliance Hotline at 1-888-887-3348 (be sure to provide your name and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email HRCompliance@luxotticaretail.com.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.
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