Associate Buyer

Primary Responsibilities

• Place purchase orders with suppliers for materials and supplies as required
• Aid with internal purchase requests of items requested through the purchasing inbox
• Maintain status of open purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery of all materials, including timely resolution, communication, and mitigation of future potential problems
• Accelerate or defer orders as needed based on schedule or inventory changes
• Manage supply chain for quality according to specified requirements on drawings, purchase order instructions, other documented requirements, delivery within the specified and required lead times, and at the costs supportive of company objectives
• Participate in new product development initiatives to leverage suppliers, components with existing products to new products considering specified requirements, quality, on-time deliveries, and costs
• Aid with the cross-company flow of materials between warehouse locations
• Aid and resolve issues regarding purchase order to invoice discrepancies, returns, and quality problems with suppliers
• Back-up support for supply chain functions including shipping, receiving, material handling, and other duties as assigned
• Collaborate with internal customers and provide a high level of customer service, including recommending solutions, resources, and alternative supply options
• Ensure and provide compliance to Company Quality System and procurement policies and procedures

Education, Experience And Key Attributes

• Associate Degree (recommended)
• 1-2 years of purchasing experience in medical or other regulated industry (recommended)
• Experience with ERP, preferably Epicor
• Experience with MRP, transportation, supply chain, inventory management and warehousing disciplines
• Proficiency with MS Office – advanced skills with MS Excel
• Strong sense of urgency and attention to detail
• Excellent organization, communication, and follow-up skills
• Able to influence others and manage conflict
• Extremely high standards of excellence
• Analytical with a methodical approach to problem solving

Key Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Holidays
• 401k Plan (with a generous employer match)
• Life Insurance (company paid)
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance (company paid)
• Subscription to Calmhealth.com
• Employee Assistance Program

Commitment To Equal Opportunity

The Scientia Vascular culture is centered on the principals of equal opportunity for all employees. Consistent with our culture, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other non-merit based or legally protected grounds.