Buyer, Senior

Job Summary

The Senior Buyer is responsible for purchasing activities in the creation and manufacturing of diverse medical device products. Responsibilities include managing purchase orders, resolving supply chain issues, and collaborating with project teams and manufacturing floor.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Manage all purchasing activities including placing, tracking, entering and maintaining purchase orders
• Following up with suppliers on delivery dates and order confirmations
• Resolving supply chain issues as they arise
• Participate in quoting activities as needed to support project pricing requests
• Effectively communicate material requirements to suppliers
• Promote positive suppliers' relations internally and externally
• Execute cost analysis activities as requested
• Afford assistance with other documentation support tasks as requested
• Maintain and ensure compliance with design and quality controls
• Process purchase requests from engineering to ensure materials are procured to the needs of the project
• Ownership of raw material cost targets on assigned programs
• Ownership of inventory management on assigned programs
• Issues requests for quotes/proposals (RFQ/RFP) and select best source consistent with cost, quality, and delivery requirements
• Act as a liaison between suppliers and involved departments to resolve procurement related problems
• Afford assistance to internal customers in understanding purchasing operations and purchasing processes
• Collaborate with Commodity Management on strategic sourcing activities
• Leverage knowledge of ERP systems to improve team utilization and efficiency
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending workshops and reviewing professional publications
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications And Requirements

• BA or BS in Materials Management, Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or APICS certification desirable
• 4+ years of related procurement experience including purchasing, inventory control, contract negotiation, supply management, supplier relationships, and basics of Cost Accounting
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously taking initiative and operating with general supervision in a fast-paced environment
• Interpersonal skills to interface with the Supply Chain, Customer Service, Operations and Engineering teams
• Contract Manufacturing and electronics manufacturing work experience desirable
• Advanced computer skills, proficient with MS Office suite and other work-related software
• Ability to maintain positive company culture, image, and brand
• Ability to respond consistently with a high degree of initiative to resolve issues or complex problems that may arise

Working Conditions

Office Environment
Manufacturing Environment

Compensation

The expected starting salary for this position is $85,000 to $105,000 depending on qualifications. As part of your overall rewards, we offer a comprehensive benefits program. EEO Statement
Forj Medical provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

EEO Statement

Forj Medical provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Compensation And Total Rewards Package

The salary range for this position is outlined below under "Job Details" and is dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications, and applicable employment laws. Beyond base salary, Forj offers a competitive Total Rewards Package. We offer health, dental, vision, 401K plans, and time off programs. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual bonus program which depends on various factors, including, individual and organizational performance.