Associate Buyer

Associate Buyer

Right Way Medical is seeking an Associate Buyer interested in learning and growing within the business-to-business medical distribution industry. The Associate Buyer is responsible for supporting procurement operations by executing purchasing activities, maintaining supplier relationships, and ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods. This role plays a critical part in inventory management, supplier coordination, and cross-functional collaboration to support business objectives.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and accountability.

• Create, issue, and track purchase orders in alignment with demand and inventory needs
• Use data to prevent both stockouts and overstock of expensive or regulated products
• Monitor order status, track shipments, and ensure on-time delivery
• Resolve order discrepancies, including pricing, quantity, and receiving issues
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and system data
• Responsible for matching vendor invoices to purchase orders and confirming receipt of goods and services (three-way-match) within ERP system
• Other duties as assigned

• Communicate with suppliers regarding orders, lead times, and fulfillment issues
• Maintain strong relationships with manufacturers and distributors
• Track manufacturer allocation and backorder status
• Support supplier onboarding and documentation requirements
• Assist in evaluating supplier performance (OTIF, responsiveness, quality)
• Escalate risks (delays, shortages, pricing changes) proactively
• Communicate with suppliers to secure equivalent substitute products when needed
• Other duties as assigned

• Partner with internal teams to align purchasing with demand forecasts
• Monitor inventory levels to prevent stockouts and overstock situations
• Assist in managing backorders and product substitutions
• Other duties as assigned

• Support cost-saving initiatives and pricing analysis
• Assist in identifying opportunities for process improvements within purchasing workflows
• Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

• Work closely with Operations, Sales, and Finance to support business needs
• Provide updates on order status, delays, and supply risks
• Participate in internal meetings related to inventory and procurement
• Other duties as assigned

• Minimum BA/BS degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in logistics, management or other business related field
• Experience with Net Suite preferred
• Comfortable with problem solving
• Project management
• Good listener with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Enjoys taking the initiative
• Infusion pump or other related medical experience is a plus
• Advanced computer skills working with Word, PowerPoint, Excel

Right Way offers excellent compensation and benefits. Benefits include a choice of plans providing comprehensive coverage for medical, dental, and vision care for employees & dependents and unlimited vacation time and paid holidays (benefits eligible to full-time employees only).

Compensation: $47,000 - $52,000/year

Right Way Medical is an equal opportunity employer operating a drug-free work environment – background checks are required.

Full-time

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

• 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
• Monday to Friday

In person

• Four-year college degree in supply chain, business, or related field preferred but the company will consider all candidates with a supply chain background with proven success.

• English (Required