Purchasing Buyer

• Determines component requirements from the MRP generation run
• Plans and procures all items for the production schedule while adhering to established inventory goals
• Support the generation and publishing of reports (Inventory Levels and Forecasts, PPV Actuals and Forecast, Supplier Scorecards)
• Communicates with vendors to obtain information critical to the procurement/sourcing process
• Corresponds tactfully with sources or potential sources of supplies
• Issues purchase orders to suppliers, establishes appropriate material delivery requirements, 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 – assists in the development and implementation of mitigation plans
• Participates in daily production meetings
• Reviews account payable invoice discrepancies
• 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 and PPV opportunities in order to meet annual variance goals
• Completes special projects and assignments as requested by Materials Manager and Plant Manager

• Bachelor's Degree in a related area
• 3+ years experience in procurement/planning or equivalency
• 3+ years experience as a Buyer/Planner preferred
• Experience developing cost standards, price negotiation, vendor selection, and maintenance of purchase order system a plus
• Experience in ERP/MRP systems required
• Demonstrated communication, human relation, and negotiating skills
• Understanding of planning systems, lead times, and manufacturing processes
• Demonstrated working knowledge for ISO-13485 as related to supplier controls

BS in business or related field preferred