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Purchasing Specialist

United States, Auburn · Job Posted June 04, 2026
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Job Description

We are seeking a Purchasing Specialist to deliver procurement services across multiple Karl Storz locations. In this role, you will support colleagues throughout the purchasing lifecycle — from requisition to payment — while managing supplier relationships, vendor master data, and continuous improvement initiatives that drive year-over-year savings and ensure continuity of supply.

Job Responsibility

  • Process purchase requisitions from across the organization, converting them to purchase orders and communicating with suppliers and stakeholders
  • Track vendor acknowledgements and maintain up-to-date purchase order information including pricing and delivery
  • Monitor inventory levels and initiate replenishment orders for assigned products and material groups
  • Follow up with suppliers to ensure service levels are met
  • collaborate with Accounts Payable, Receiving, and suppliers to resolve invoice discrepancies
  • Support sourcing initiatives for new suppliers, products, and services
  • partner with internal business users to establish specifications and identify best-value suppliers
  • Contribute to cost-saving projects through analysis of product specifications, volume activity, service requirements, delivery, and payment terms
  • Manage vendor master data in SAP, including enrolling new suppliers into the Approved Supplier List (ASL) via DocuSign and performing periodic reviews of inactive vendors
  • Maintain supplier certificates and surveys, ensuring all required documentation and agreements are current
  • Train business users on procurement processes including requisition creation, new product development, and supplier enrollment
  • Write and update procedures, work instructions, and work aids as requirements evolve
  • Support compliance with the KARL STORZ Quality Program, CFR 820.50, and ISO 13485 standards
  • Provide coverage for Buyer Planner during extended absences
  • travel to KARL STORZ and vendor sites as needed

Requirements

  • 3–5 years of experience in purchasing or a related role involving indirect or direct materials/services
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established timeframes
  • Working knowledge of SAP preferred

Nice to have

  • 5–10 years of relevant purchasing or supply chain experience
  • College degree or equivalent work experience
  • Experience with Tableau or other supply chain/analytics platforms
  • Familiarity with ISO 13485 standards and the medical device industry
  • Collaborative, solution-oriented mindset with a helpful and instructive approach to working with others

What we offer

  • Medical / Dental / Vision including a state-of-the-art wellness program and pet insurance
  • 3 weeks vacation, 11 holidays plus paid sick time
  • Up to 8 weeks of 100% paid company parental leave
  • includes maternal/ paternal leave, adoption, and fostering of a child
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan providing a match of 60% of the employee’s first 6% contribution (up to IRS limits)
  • Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life, STD, LTD & LTC Insurance
  • Tuition pre-imbursement up to $5,250 per year
  • Fitness reimbursement of up to $200 annually
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