Intercompany Buyer/Planner
About the Role
The Intercompany Buyer/Planner is responsible for planning and coordinating material movements between NOV manufacturing locations to ensure products are available to meet customer demand while maintaining optimal inventory levels. This role supports business continuity by balancing supply, demand, and inventory across internal suppliers.
Working closely with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Customer Service, and Materials teams, you will monitor demand forecasts, manage intercompany orders, resolve supply constraints, and contribute to maintaining high service levels across the business.
About NOV
NOV delivers technology-driven equipment, systems, services, and software solutions supporting energy production and industrial operations worldwide. Through our global manufacturing and supply chain network, we help customers improve safety, efficiency, reliability, and operational performance.
What We Offer
At NOV, you'll become part of a collaborative global organisation where continuous improvement, innovation, and teamwork drive our success. We offer opportunities for professional development, exposure to international supply chain operations, and the chance to make a measurable impact on operational performance within a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Diversity & Inclusion
At NOV, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We value diversity in all its forms and believe that different perspectives drive innovation and success. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Plan and execute intercompany purchase orders to support customer demand and operational requirements.
Translate demand forecasts into effective supply and replenishment plans.
Monitor material availability, inventory levels, supplier lead times, and capacity constraints across internal manufacturing sites.
Expedite, reschedule, or decommit orders to minimise supply disruptions and meet business priorities.
Maintain production planning schedules and support regular planning meetings.
Update job status reports and planning information on a daily basis.
Investigate and resolve non-conformance issues affecting material availability.
Review cancelled orders and implement appropriate corrective actions.
Collaborate with internal manufacturing plants, purchasing teams, and customer service to optimise supply chain performance.
Contribute to inventory optimisation initiatives while maintaining agreed customer service levels.
Ensure compliance with Quality Management System procedures, Health & Safety policies, and departmental work instructions.
Essential Qualifications
Experience
Previous experience in a Planning, Buyer/Planner, Supply Planning, Materials Planning, Production Planning, or Inventory Planning role.
Strong understanding of Inventory Management and Supply Planning principles.
Experience coordinating material flow within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Technical Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Experience using ERP systems and planning databases.
Ability to interpret demand forecasts and production schedules.
Professional Skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to prioritise workload in a fast-paced operational environment.
Sound judgement and effective decision-making skills.
Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
Ability to build collaborative working relationships across multiple internal teams.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working within an intercompany or multi-site manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of MRP/ERP planning systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JDE or similar).
Experience supporting inventory optimisation and service level improvement initiatives.
Exposure to Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement methodologies.