Senior 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 and are committed to increasing the number of patients we serve.

About the role

As a Senior Factory Buyer, you'll play a critical role in supporting production operations. This onsite role will partner closely with manufacturing, planning, and supply chain teams to ensure materials are available to meet production demands while balancing inventory, cost, and delivery objectives. Beyond executing procurement strategies and managing supplier relationships, you will leverage data analysis to identify trends, optimize inventory performance, support cost reduction initiatives, and develop actionable insights for business decisions. This role offers visibility with leadership, requiring the ability to analyze complex supply chain data, present findings and recommendations, and drive continuous improvement efforts that directly impact factory performance.

Responsibilities

• Follows specific standards, operating procedures, and detailed instructions in support of assigned business areas and/or commodity groups.
• Serves as a representative on projects involving other company associates and possibly external stakeholders to coordinate activities, develop key measures, modify systems, monitor processes, and resolve problems.
• Develops solutions to non-routine problems of moderate to intermediate complexity within areas of support or expertise, involving both internal and external stakeholders.
• Analyzes purchase requirements within MRP and executes according to business needs and inventory targets.
• Examines and analyzes purchase requisitions for completeness and accuracy; contacts department or originator to complete or clarify; determines best method to process requisition based on dollar amount, timeliness required, existing open contracts, and/or competitive bidding procedures.
• Identifies and selects sources to procure requisitioned commodities or services, meeting criteria such as price, quantity, quality, and delivery date, and places orders.
• Negotiates cost and value on behalf of the company.
• Initiates and performs supplier set-up and ongoing supplier evaluation activities.
• Actively participates in cost reduction programs and continuous improvement efforts.
• Adds and maintains supplier and materials system data in ERP system.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience.
• Materials and supply chain certifications (CSCP, CPIM, CPM) preferred.
• Working knowledge of SAP preferred.
• Knowledge of manufacturing, quality, planning, documentation systems, and processes.
• Ability to interact with diplomacy and tact while maintaining appropriate assertiveness and persistence.
• Demonstrated ability to initiate, improve, and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Strong communication skills with internal and external contacts.
• Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines, and thrive in a cross-functional team environment.
• Demonstrated analytical thinking skills and ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Proficiency in relevant PC software applications.

An equivalent competency level acquired through a variation of these qualifications may be considered.

Location

Littleton, Colorado - Onsite

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: $75,200.00 to $94,000.00 (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 matching contribution.
• Vacation and sick time programs.

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