Buyer/Planner

About the role

Responsible for defining and maintaining a proper level of inventory and safety stock of direct materials that will be used to support ZOLL production needs, as well as some indirect materials and services. At ZOLL, we're passionate about improving patient outcomes and helping save lives. We provide innovative technologies that make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Our medical devices, software and related services are used worldwide to diagnose and treat patients suffering from serious cardiopulmonary and respiratory conditions.

The Acute Care Technology division of ZOLL Medical Corporation develops and delivers innovative lifesaving products and software solutions to EMS, hospital, public safety, and military customers globally. Products include AEDs, trauma kits, ventilators, temperature management solutions, and more. Our dedicated employees take pride in their commitment to improving patient outcomes while delivering world-class customer service.

Due to the on-site requirements of this position, applicants are expected to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of Pawtucket, RI. This role does not offer relocation. ZOLL Medical does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role.

Responsibilities

• Reviews internal purchase requisitions for correctness and places purchase orders accordingly.
• Responsible for planning and placing purchase orders for assigned listed parts/components/assemblies based on cost, lead time, ECO changes, and complexity of the items.
• Plans for the purchase of materials for assigned suppliers or commodities by utilizing reports and demand planning tools, and places purchase orders per company S.O.P.’s, compliancy, and standards.
• Ensures adherence to supplier commitments such as pricing, quality, and on-time delivery.
• Meets inventory and safety stock targets through routine planning and purchase order maintenance.
• Along with Demand Planner, forecasts future demand requirements and publishes supplier forecasts to avoid any potential ZOLL production delays.
• Communicate with other departments on material status and delivery date changes related to shortages and impact to production adherence.
• Works with suppliers and Commodity Management to identify cost reduction, schedule adherence, and other value adding initiatives.
• Participates in supplier business review and audits as necessary.
• Maintain items/materials and MRP fields to support ideal inventory, safety stock levels, and accurate MRP calculations.
• Support Engineering and SQE with engineering changes and quality.
• Managing and organizing all materials related to vendor returns. This includes overseeing the return process, ensuring the correct items are returned, tracking inventory, and maintaining proper documentation.
• Demonstrates trustworthiness and professionalism with suppliers, management, peers, and team members.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in business related field from an accredited college/university with 2-4 years of Procurement/Supply Chain experience or 3-6 years of Procurement/Supply Chain experience.
• Manufacturing environment and/or regulated environment (Medical, Aerospace, Nuclear) experience preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems; implementation experience preferred.
• APICS CPIM Certification preferred.

Skills

• Proficient knowledge of MRP systems, Oracle preferred, proficient Microsoft Skills, Excel and Word.
• Strong communications skills – verbal, written, presentation, and strong analytical skills.
• Ability to work autonomously, effectively manage time and deliver results on time.
• Strong people skills – ability to develop and maintain professional relationships.
• Ability to establish and maintain supplier relationships and lead projects.
• Strong follow-up skills - ability to multi-task and prioritize.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to effectively communicate with internal customers, external suppliers, and colleagues.
• Ability to read and interpret Auto/CAD drawings.
• Keen attention to detail; able to produce error free work.
• Possess basic knowledge of supply chain activities, including transformation of natural resources, raw materials and components into a finished product that is delivered to the end customer.
• Recognize the ways that supply chains link value chains.

Travel Requirements

10% May travel to other facilities for meetings, collaboration and/or training.

Physical Demands

• Standing - Occasionally
• Walking - Occasionally
• Sitting - Frequently
• Lifting - Occasionally
• Carrying - Occasionally
• Pushing - Occasionally
• Pulling - Occasionally
• Talking - Occasionally
• Hearing - Occasionally
• Repetitive Motions - Frequently
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Occasionally

Pay

The annual salary for this position is $82,000.00 to $95,000.00. Factors which may affect starting salary include geography, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits

Details of ZOLL's comprehensive benefits plans can be found at www.zollbenefits.com.