Associate Buyer - Advanced Tissue Models

It started with a simple idea: what if surgery could be less invasive and recovery less painful? Nearly 30 years later, that question still fuels everything we do at Intuitive. As a global leader in robotic-assisted surgery and minimally invasive care, our technologies—like the da Vinci surgical system and Ion—have transformed how care is delivered for millions of patients worldwide. We’re a team of engineers, clinicians, and innovators united by one purpose: to make surgery smarter, safer, and more human. Every day, our work helps care teams perform with greater precision and patients recover faster, improving outcomes around the world.

About the role

Executes transactional procurement activities for direct materials and components needed to support business requirements. This includes purchase order management, basic supplier communications, inventory review, and maintaining procurement records in SAP and related systems. Operates within established procedures and standards, relying on regular supervision and detailed instructions to ensure timely supply, alignment with operational objectives, and accurate data maintenance. Assists with key procurement initiatives as directed by management.

Responsibilities

• Procurement Process Management
  • Issues and manages purchase orders for raw materials and components to support production and inventory replenishment schedules.
  • Processes procurement transactions in SAP and coordinates order confirmations with suppliers through collaboration portals (Ivalua, Agile).
  • Maintains up-to-date records of all procurement transactions and supplier communications, executing basic data pulls and analyses in Excel.
• Supplier Collaboration and Performance Management
  • Communicates order details, delivery expectations, and basic logistics needs with suppliers; promptly acknowledges confirmed POs and escalates delivery or quality concerns as instructed.
  • Supports monitoring of supplier KPIs for delivery accuracy (OTD/OTIF) and follows up on straightforward issues under guidance.
  • Prepares clear notes and documentation for meetings, acting on assigned items with supervision.
• Risk Management
  • Identifies and escalates supply risks when directed, based on straightforward data review and standard processes.
  • Assists with root cause analysis basics for recurring supply/logistics issues and supports management in executing solutions.
  • Supports SIOP processes by providing required data input without independent interpretation.
• Cross-functional Collaboration
  • Works closely with quality, operations, and engineering teams to execute basic updates related to material master and engineering change orders under detailed instruction.
  • Shadows peers and uses feedback to develop understanding of the procurement function and internal/external stakeholder relationships.
  • Tracks own activities reliably, seeks feedback for improvement, and contributes to straightforward process tasks.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or +1 year of previous professional experience required.
• Experience in executing purchase orders, maintaining accurate procurement records, and tracking routine supplier communications using ERP systems (SAP, Ivalua preferred).
• Basic analytical ability in Excel (data pulls, sorting, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables, IF formulas).
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities; skilled at actively listening and presenting information in a clear and professional manner.
• Ability to organize, manage time independently, and receive feedback constructively.
• Minimal travel (10%) to suppliers may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with MS Office Suite and ERP environments such as SAP, Agile.
• Interest in Lean & Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Experience with data analysis tools (Excel, Tableau).
• Experience supporting procurement or supply chain activity in manufacturing or regulated environments.
• Demonstrates concern for precision and thoroughness.
• Track record of reliability, teamwork, and adaptability to changing priorities.
• Proven ability to learn new processes and systems quickly as well as achieve stretch goals and objectives.

Pay

The target compensation ranges are listed below. Base salary is one component of Intuitive’s market-competitive compensation packages, which also include incentives, benefits, and equity. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of the range for the role, as actual pay will be determined based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications.

• Base Salary Range Region 1: $34 - $46
• Base Salary Range Region 2: $29 - $39

Schedule

• Shift: Day

Workplace Type

• Onsite - This job is fully onsite.

Due to the nature of our business and the role, proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19 may be required.