Factory Buyer - Littleton

At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, our 8,000+ global associates take pride in coming to work each day, knowing that what we do impacts the lives of patients around the world. We make medical devices and related products used to collect, separate, manufacture, and process various components of blood and cells. With innovative technologies and service offerings, we touch a patient’s life every second of every day.

About the role

As a Factory Buyer, you will manage supplier relationships, execute purchasing and forecasting activities through SAP, and collaborate closely with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Sales teams to meet customer demand. This position offers the opportunity to influence supplier performance, support new product introductions, identify cost-saving opportunities, and develop expertise in a highly regulated manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of vendors and drive material supply in alignment with factory demand.
• Execute the SIOP demand plan through SAP to ensure material availability for factory builds.
• Conduct weekly supplier reviews to maintain on-time delivery performance, focusing on service and delivery targets.
• Issue rolling forecasts and purchase orders to the supply base in a timely manner to support flexible production planning and material supply.
• Use SAP to generate reports and extract data for forecasting, supply, and materials planning.
• Manage new product introduction projects, including the approval and implementation of new SKUs and suppliers.
• Ensure accurate pricing and supply data are maintained in SAP for all purchases.
• Identify and implement opportunities for cost savings across the supply chain.
• Develop strong relationships with other internal functions including Quality, Engineering, Production, and Sales teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. A background in chemistry or medical devices is preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience, preferably in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles is preferred.
• Knowledge and use of relevant PC software applications.
• Strong data management and analytical skills.
• Adaptable, flexible, and able to work with minimum supervision while prioritizing tasks.
• Membership in CPIM & CSCP is preferred.

Skills

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Location

Littleton, Colorado - Onsite

Travel

Ability to travel to supplier locations when required.

Physical Requirements

Typical office environment requirements include: reading, speaking, hearing, close vision, walking, bending, sitting, and occasional lifting up to 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Pay

Target pay range: $58,000.00 to $72,500.00 (salary determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data). Target bonus on base: 7.0%.

Benefits

Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies provides competitive total reward offerings, including:

• Multiple group medical, dental, and vision plans.
• A robust wellness program.
• Life insurance and disability coverages.
• Voluntary programs such as group accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and pet insurance.
• 401(k) plan with a matching contribution.
• Vacation and sick time programs.

Our benefits support work-life balance, personal welfare, and overall peace of mind.