Procurement Specialist​/Planner

Summary

Developing and maintaining strong interpersonal relationships across functions to support all aspects of Procurement in support of the manufacturing facility.

• Process all non-stock purchase requisitions for plant personnel for services, supplies and repairs.
• Partner with Sales and operational leadership to ensure critical aspects of customer expectations are met.
• Procure materials, components and outside services in support of manufacturing of medical device components.
• Verify specifications and price and forward orders to suppliers for acknowledgment.
• Support the R&D and Sales team on new development materials and quotes.
• Manage open purchase orders backlog, expediting late purchase orders, closing of short receipts.
• Partner with warehouse and quality teams to resolve paperwork errors, or any other issues within the receiving process involving suppliers.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's).
• Developing, maintaining and continuously improving an effective purchase process.
• Maintaining appropriate safety stock levels to support the business and meet operational objectives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain management, Business Administration or at least 3 to 5 years' experience in procurement.
• Note:
  
  Relevant work experience in procurement, planning, or supply chain management may be an adequate substitute for formal education.
• Experience with procurement in a regulated environment.
• Computer skills required:
  Windows operating system in a networked environment, Microsoft Office.

• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy;
  Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences;
  Educates others on the value of diversity;
  Promotes a harassment‑free environment;
  Builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect;
  Keeps commitments;
  Inspires the trust of others;
  Works with integrity and ethically;
  Upholds organizational values.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner;
  Reacts well under pressure;
  Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position;
  Accepts responsibility for own actions;
  Follows through on commitments.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness;
  Looks for ways to improve and promote quality;
  Applies feedback to improve performance;
  Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures;
  Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines;
  Reports potentially unsafe conditions;
  Uses equipment and materials properly.

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment;
  Manages competing demands;
  Changes approach or method to best fit the situation;
  Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities;
  Uses time efficiently;
  Plans for additional resources;
  Sets goals and objectives;
  Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks;
  Develops realistic action plans.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner;
  Gathers and analyzes information skillfully;
  Develops alternative solutions;
  Works well in group problem‑solving situations;
  Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Initiative - Volunteers readily;
  Undertakes self‑development activities;
  Seeks increased responsibilities;
  Takes independent actions and calculated risks;
  Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities;
  Asks for and offers help when needed.

• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit and use hands.
• Continually required to talk or hear.
• Occasionally work near moving mechanical parts.
• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 25 pounds.