Purchaser Planner I

At Thorlabs, we design and manufacture components, instruments, and systems that transform the world by identifying, enabling, and accelerating key photonics (i.e., light-based) technologies. Backed by a dedicated workforce of more than 3,000 employees worldwide, Thorlabs contributes to cutting-edge research and real-world innovation.Whether you're early in your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll find opportunities to grow, take ownership, and make meaningful contributions from day one. We know every employee brings unique talents and perspectives that fuel our success, and we seek driven individuals who are excited to make an impact in a fun, fast-moving culture.Assisting the Purchaser Planner with planning, forecasting and inventory management for the assigned Business Unit, as well as scheduling and scheduling workload. Responsibilities of the Purchaser Planner I planning also included assisting in the purchase of inventory items and expediting purchase orders. While this role is located primarily in Newton, NJ, it may require travel to other Thorlabs locations.Essential Job Functions include the following, but are not limited to:Planning:Purchasing (Daily purchasing, expediting, date and data management)Planning (Daily printing, scheduling/ re-scheduling/ date management)Product Availability and Lead Time calculationInitiates and participates in purchasing improvement and cost reduction programsGenerate special and periodic reports as required or directedInventory Control and Inventory Planning (Safety Stock, forecast, build/order size)In addition to the essential functions and duties listed above, all positions are also responsible for:Meeting company standards pertaining to quantity and quality of work performed on an ongoing basis, performing all work-related tasks in a manner that is in compliance with all Company policies and procedures.Adhering to Company policies, procedures, and directives regarding standards of workplace behavior in completing job duties and assignments.The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.Physical Activities: This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand, as necessary.RequirementsExperience:Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar and progressive position preferred.Education: High School Diploma or equivalent or equivalent work experienceSpecialized Knowledge and Skills:ERP System, Proficient in MS OfficeAbility to work independently and with little instructionAbility to read and interpret documents such as procedure manuals, routine reports and correspondence.Ability to create documents and such as part of process improvementExperience in setting up bill of materials and manufacturing routesSalary range for this position is $57,000 -$71,000 depending on experienceThorlabs values its diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.BenefitsThorlabs offers a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, a generous PTO package, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement just to name a few.

At Thorlabs, we design and manufacture components, instruments, and systems that transform the world by identifying, enabling, and accelerating key photonics (i.e., light-based) technologies. Backed by a dedicated workforce of more than 3,000 employees worldwide, Thorlabs contributes to cutting-edge research and real-world innovation.

Whether you're early in your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll find opportunities to grow, take ownership, and make meaningful contributions from day one. We know every employee brings unique talents and perspectives that fuel our success, and we seek driven individuals who are excited to make an impact in a fun, fast-moving culture.

Assisting the Purchaser Planner with planning, forecasting and inventory management for the assigned Business Unit, as well as scheduling and scheduling workload. Responsibilities of the Purchaser Planner I planning also included assisting in the purchase of inventory items and expediting purchase orders. While this role is located primarily in Newton, NJ, it may require travel to other Thorlabs locations.

Essential Job Functions include the following, but are not limited to:

Planning:

• Purchasing (Daily purchasing, expediting, date and data management)
• Planning (Daily printing, scheduling/ re-scheduling/ date management)
• Product Availability and Lead Time calculation
• Initiates and participates in purchasing improvement and cost reduction programs
• Generate special and periodic reports as required or directed
• Inventory Control and Inventory Planning (Safety Stock, forecast, build/order size)

In addition to the essential functions and duties listed above, all positions are also responsible for:

• Meeting company standards pertaining to quantity and quality of work performed on an ongoing basis, performing all work-related tasks in a manner that is in compliance with all Company policies and procedures.
• Adhering to Company policies, procedures, and directives regarding standards of workplace behavior in completing job duties and assignments.

The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Physical Activities: This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand, as necessary.

Requirements

Experience:

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar and progressive position preferred.

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent or equivalent work experience

Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

• ERP System, Proficient in MS Office
• Ability to work independently and with little instruction
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as procedure manuals, routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to create documents and such as part of process improvement
• Experience in setting up bill of materials and manufacturing routes

Salary range for this position is $57,000 -$71,000 depending on experience

Thorlabs values its diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.

Benefits

Thorlabs offers a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, a generous PTO package, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement just to name a few.

Thorlabs Ltd. manufactures Motion Control and Vibration Isolation products for photonics applications in the industrial and research sectors.12 miles from Cambridge with train and bus linkDouble digit annual growthOur vision and values drive our operations, our interactions, and the traits we look for in new talent:In addition to onsite training, we offer multiple and cross-departmental opportunities for development:External training and funded educationHands-on lab experience across global locationsCareer progression opportunitiesAnnual entity-wide leadership development Contributed Pension Scheme Group Life Cover Private Health Care Child Care Vouchers Group Income Protection and more.If you wish to apply for the above position, please send a copy of your CV along with a covering letter and your salary expectations to: Human Resources at Thorlabs Ltd, 204 Lancaster Way Business Park, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 3NX or email recruitment@thorlabs.comIn line with the requirements of the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006, all applicants must have a valid permission to enter or remain in the UK with no condition that prevents them from working in the UK. Documented evidence of such permission will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

Thorlabs Ltd. manufactures Motion Control and Vibration Isolation products for photonics applications in the industrial and research sectors.

12 miles from Cambridge with train and bus link

Double digit annual growth

Our vision and values drive our operations, our interactions, and the traits we look for in new talent:

In addition to onsite training, we offer multiple and cross-departmental opportunities for development:

External training and funded education

Hands-on lab experience across global locations

Career progression opportunities

Annual entity-wide leadership development

Contributed Pension Scheme Group Life Cover

Private Health Care Child Care Vouchers

Group Income Protection and more.

If you wish to apply for the above position, please send a copy of your CV along with a covering letter and your salary expectations to: Human Resources at Thorlabs Ltd, 204 Lancaster Way Business Park, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 3NX or email recruitment@thorlabs.com

In line with the requirements of the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006, all applicants must have a valid permission to enter or remain in the UK with no condition that prevents them from working in the UK. Documented evidence of such permission will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.