Buyer/Purchase - Entry Level

About the Role

This position is responsible for planning all materials to support the manufacturing schedule and accomplish inventory goals. The Buyer/Purchase coordinates the timely acquisition of all materials needed for production and distribution in accordance with company policies, procedures, and inventory targets at a medical device company.

Responsibilities

• Determines component requirements from the MRP generation run.
• Plans and procures all items for the production schedule while adhering to established inventory goals.
• Supports the generation and publishing of reports including Inventory Levels and Forecasts (Monthly), PPV Actuals and Forecast (Monthly), and Supplier Scorecards (Quarterly).
• Communicates with vendors to obtain information critical to the procurement/sourcing process (price, delivery, invoicing problems, expediting, etc.).
• Corresponds tactfully with sources or potential sources of supplies to overcome misunderstandings, complaints, or to secure further pertinent information regarding purchased materials.
• Issues purchase orders to suppliers, establishes appropriate material delivery requirements and payment terms, and ensures proper maintenance of open purchase orders. Processes both MRO and MRP purchase orders.
• Supports purchasing activities for the plant.
• Participates in inventory reconciliation including cycle counting and yearly physical inventories.
• Maintains and supports the development of the systems for production planning, purchasing, and inventory control/warehousing via established MRP system.
• Works on special reports/projects as required by Management.
• Responsible for drafting and routing procurement specification changes and updates via established document control system when applicable.
• Proactively reports product and material availability issues and assists in the development and implementation of mitigation plans.
• Participates in daily production meetings.
• Reviews account payable invoice discrepancies referred by the Accounts Payable Department for approval, particularly where price or other item does not agree with the purchase order.
• Adheres to and performs according to SOPs and policies governing the various plant functions.
• Complies with cGMP, Quality Standards, and established policies and/or procedures.
• Identifies, develops, and implements CIPs (Cost Improvement Projects) and PPV (Purchase Price Variance) opportunities to meet annual variance goals.
• Completes special projects and assignments as requested by Materials Manager and Plant Manager.
• Maintains Company objectives of inventory levels, quality levels, pricing controls, and inventory availability to support the master schedule.
• Expedites as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related area plus three years' experience in procurement/planning or equivalency.
• Demonstrated communication, human relation, and negotiating skills.
• Understanding of planning systems, lead times, and manufacturing processes.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of ISO-13485 as related to supplier controls.
• Experience in ERP/MRP systems.
• Strong computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, etc.) and strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Must understand the function of quality in an ISO manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years' experience as a Buyer/Planner preferred.
• BS in business or related field preferred.
• Experience with data/cost analytics a plus.
• Experience developing cost standards, price negotiation, vendor selection, and maintenance of purchase order system a plus.

Pay & Schedule

• Pay rate: $20-25/hr
• 1st Shift
• 40 hours/week
• Location: Zelienople, PA
• Duration: 12 Months
• Employment Type: Contract on W2 (US Citizens or GC Holders Only)