Buyer

About the role

At DuPont Spectrum, we are driven by a mission to deliver innovative design solutions that enable life-saving procedures and meet unique performance needs. Through collaboration and cutting‑edge expertise, we have become a leader in component and device development, creating transformative products for communities worldwide. As an employer of choice, we are committed to providing a safe, healthy workplace while prioritizing employee well‑being and satisfaction. Your exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills will be essential to maintaining a reliable supply chain by supporting the timely and cost‑effective procurement of materials, components, and services required to meet production, quality, and customer commitments.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain purchase orders for production materials, components, and services.
• Monitor open purchase orders and coordinate with suppliers to ensure on‑time delivery.
• Expedite overdue orders and resolve shipping, receiving, and invoice discrepancies.
• Support production schedules by ensuring timely material availability.
• Assist with inventory management, including monitoring safety stock levels and replenishment needs.
• Collaborate with Receiving, Quality, Warehouse, and Production teams to resolve material and documentation issues.
• Support Engineering and R&D by sourcing prototype, development, and validation materials.
• Maintain accurate purchasing, supplier, and material records within the ERP system.
• Create and update item master data, specifications, and purchasing information as required.
• Support new product introductions by implementing new items and Bills of Material (BOMs) within ERP systems.
• Comply with applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), quality system requirements, and company policies.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

Background/Expertise: Associate or bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent experience. Minimum of one (1) year of purchasing, procurement, planning, inventory control, or related experience. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Strong organizational and communication skills. Experience in a regulated or medical device manufacturing environment preferred. The ability to communicate, exchange information, and observe details necessary to perform assigned responsibilities is required.

Physical Demands and Work Environment: Primarily operates in an office environment with occasional exposure to manufacturing, warehouse, and laboratory areas. Ability to remain in a stationary position and move throughout office and operational areas as needed. Frequent use of a computer, telephone, and other standard office equipment is required. Occasional interaction with manufacturing equipment and operational processes may be required. Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds, with or without assistance. Work is performed in an environment with varying noise levels.

Benefits

DuPont Spectrum offers a competitive benefits package that prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations, and professional growth.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(K) retirement plans with employer contributions
• Generous vacation and personal time off