Buyer ; US - Oklahoma , OK

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Oklahoma City, OKtime type:
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R87907
** Life Unlimited.
** At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.

* Procures raw material good items for OKC manufacturing
* Maintains status of raw goods shortages that affect or will affect supply plan, communicate early and often to stakeholders
* Review and maintain master data accuracy require to generate an optimal purchase plan
* Monitors and expedites purchase order to achieve optimum delivery of all items. Purchase order delivery dates maintained regularly
* Maintains a mutually satisfying relationship with current and prospective suppliers.
* Meet with suppliers weekly/monthly to align their manufacturing schedules to meet our needs.
* Ensures that all purchase agreements and negotiations are in accordance with established purchasing policies and procedures.
* Maintains contact with the marketing, product management, forecasting, legal, regulatory affairs, quality, supplier quality, manufacturing teams, and accounts payable.
* Coordinates the timely resolution of rejected purchased items/materials
* Prepare reports such as vendor performance, past due order, order/lines processed
* Performs monthly supply review for relevant vendors
* BS/BA degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, Engineering or other related field, or equivalent experience preferred.
* Minimum 2 years in Supply Chain purchasing.
* Deep understanding of end-to-end supply chain.
* Ensure purchasing functions are performed with quality management systems and corporate policies.
* MS software e.g. Excel, Access Power-point and PowerBI
** Preferred
* ** Good knowledge of ERP systems (SAP)
* APIC/Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma desired.
** You Unlimited.
** We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.
* ** Inclusion and Belonging
- ** Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website ().
* ** Your Future:
** 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement
* ** Work/Life Balance:
** Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day
* ** Your Wellbeing:
** Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program
* ** Training:
** Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship
* ** Extra Perks:
** Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!

Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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Smith+Nephew is a global medical technology company. We design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. We support healthcare professionals to return their patients to health and mobility, helping them to perform at their fullest potential.

From our first employee and founder, T.J. Smith, to our team today, it’s our people who make Smith+Nephew a unique place. Yes, we love to innovate and develop exciting technologies, and we offer competitive salaries and progressive benefits. But it’s our culture - of Care, Collaboration and Courage - that really sets us apart. Through a spirit of ownership and can-do attitude we work together to win.

We’re a company of people who care about each other, about our customers and their patients, and about our communities. Together, we fulfill our shared purpose of Life Unlimited.
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