Buyer I

Tactical Procurement, Inventory Control, and Supplier Management

The Buyer I for Beckman Coulter Diagnostics is responsible for tactical procurement, inventory control, and supplier management. This position reports to the Procurement Manager and is part of the Supply Chain Department located in Miami.

• Drive the analysis and review of demand data to support purchasing and planning decisions both short and long term to ensure continuity of supply.
• Identify potential savings opportunities and lead cross-functional initiatives to achieve Purchase Price Variance financial goals, improve inventory performance and drive positive cash flow by expanding our Kanban program, adjusting safety stocks, and improving lead times.
• Manage vendor relationships to develop and champion characteristics of preferred suppliers.

Essential Requirements

• A minimum of a Bachelors’ degree with 2+ years of experience in a tactical or strategic procurement role, or a master’s degree.
• Familiarity with Oracle or similar MRP software navigation within the procurement.
• Experience supporting PPV, MUV, and inventory targets.
• Previous experience in leading or participating in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Supporting the establishment of or having a working familiarity with Kanban systems.

Benefits

Beckman Coulter Diagnostics, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job.

Remote Work Arrangement

This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home. Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by your interview team.

About the Company

Beckman Coulter Diagnostics, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, has been challenging convention to elevate the diagnostic laboratory’s role in improving patient health for more than 90 years. Our diagnostic solutions are used in routine and complex clinical testing, and are used in hospitals, reference and research laboratories, and physician offices around the world. Every hour around the world, more than one million tests are run on Beckman Coulter Diagnostics systems, impacting 1.2 billion patients and more than three million clinicians per year.

Company Commitment

Beckman Coulter Diagnostics, a Danaher operating company, is committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The U.S. EEO posters are available here. We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.