Senior Buyer

About the role

The Senior Buyer position is a key role requiring an enthusiastic self-starter with a strong drive to improve existing processes and systems. This position will report to the Purchasing Manager and work directly with the department to support supply chain activities within the company, focusing on supplier management, project budget/delivery tracking, and on-time contract manufacturing of medical devices for surgical sets.

You will work closely with the materials department and engineering to source necessary materials, maintain constant communication with suppliers and internal departments, and collaborate with Unit Directors until orders are received.

Responsibilities

• Source various quotes and maintain their status.
• Maintain status reports and logs.
• Manage inventory for MRO and legacy products.
• Plan, schedule, and manage materials for delivering time-critical components to support assigned product lines.
• Create Purchase Orders; maintain accurate open PO lines to define inbound quantities and due dates from vendors.
• Identify potential supply risks and inventory exposures by aligning supply chain processes with product development project plan milestones.
• Collect and analyze data needed to assess requirements.
• Track material flow and cost for all suppliers to ensure on-time delivery and adherence to budget.
• Identify critical path and work with Manager to develop risk mitigation/contingency strategies for potential schedule slips or material shortages.
• Create ad hoc reports and analysis.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• 3+ years’ experience in a Senior Purchasing or Buyer role (planning/procurement).
• Medical Device industry preferred, or 3+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working with contract manufacturers.
• Capable of managing numerous production timelines across multiple ongoing projects.
• ERP experience, SAP preferred.
• Strong analytical, planning, and organization skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills (oral and written).
• Self-starter with the ability to work under pressure and adapt quickly to changing priorities.
• Able to work concurrently with all levels of staff to achieve company goals and objectives.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.