Job Description:Buyer/PlannerWhy This Role Matters The Production Planner / Buyer at [Division Name], a division of ITW, is responsible for ensuring materials and finished goods are available to meet customer demand while optimizing inventory investment and supporting production efficiency. You will serve as a key link between suppliers, production, customer service, and internal stakeholders to maintain supply continuity, manage delivery performance, and drive cost improvement initiatives. Success in this role means balancing inventory, service, and cost objectives while ensuring production schedules can be executed effectively. What You Will Do Plan and procure finished goods and production materials based on MRD requirements, customer demand, and the master production schedule. Manage supplier relationships, confirm delivery commitments, expedite orders when necessary, and communicate supply risks proactively. Monitor inventory levels, review planning data, and maintain accurate MRD information, lead times, lot sizes, and replenishment parameters. Analyze demand requirements daily and make appropriate planning and scheduling adjustments to support customer and production needs. Negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing, agreements, and year-over-year cost savings opportunities. Partner with Customer Service, Warehousing, Product Management, and Purchasing leadership to support new product launches, inventory transitions, and operational improvements. What You Bring (Requirements) Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, Operations, or a related field required; relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education. Experience with MRD planning systems required; JDE experience preferred. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills in a manufacturing or supply chain environment. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Proficiency with spreadsheets, databases, Microsoft Office applications, and business systems. Knowledge of production planning, purchasing processes, inventory management, and supplier management; ability to travel up to 10%. What's In It for You Opportunity to influence supply chain performance, inventory optimization, and customer satisfaction while working in a collaborative manufacturing environment. You will gain cross-functional exposure, contribute to continuous improvement efforts, and build a rewarding career within a global manufacturing organization. Grounded in four Core Commitments, we aim to ensure all colleagues—regardless of segment, division, geography or title—experience what differentiates ITW as a great employer. Learn more at About ITW Founded in 1912, Illinois Tool Works Inc. is a Fortune 300 global multi-industry manufacturing leader with revenue of $16 billion in 2025. The company’s seven industry-leading segments leverage the unique ITW Business Model to drive solid growth with best-in-class margins and returns in markets where highly innovative, customer-focused solutions are required. ITW’s approximately 43,000 dedicated colleagues around the world thrive in the company’s decentralized and entrepreneurial culture. Compensation Information:Compensation Salary Range: [Insert location-specific salary range]. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, paid holidays, life and disability insurance, and development opportunities. More details on our benefits can be found at ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Job SummaryJob number: JR9980Profession: Sourcing & Supply Chain
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