Buyer/Planner, Supply Chain

Job overview

The Buyer/Planner role is 100% onsite in Tinley Park, IL. The salary is $70,000–$85,000 per year. The position supports Emcore Corporation’s manufacturing operations through production planning and materials procurement. The role aligns production builds with sales forecasts and secures materials needed to meet production schedules, customer delivery requirements, and inventory objectives. It coordinates with production, engineering, quality, receiving, and suppliers to support supplier performance and operational improvement.

What you'll do

• Process orders and respond to demand changes through the ERP system
• develop lower-cost global sources and cost-reduction opportunities
• negotiate benchmarks and manage supplier agreements
• develop and maintain production schedules
• monitor progress and adjust schedules
• maintain purchasing records, supplier documentation, and ERP data
• identify and mitigate supply risks
• support new product introduction
• review inventory and support reduction plans
• travel to supplier sites for audits, onboarding, and critical issues.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

buyer/planner

supply chain

emcore corporation

tinley park il

full-time

onsite

production planning

materials procurement

erp

electronics manufacturing

$70k–$85k

supplier management

supplier site travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires 3–5 years of progressive purchasing experience and technical knowledge related to electronics manufacturing services. The role may require ITAR or EAR clearance; a criminal background check is required.

About the employer

Emcore Corporation is hiring for this role. Industry: Bare Printed Circuit Board Manufacturing. Sector: 33.