Medical Device Buyer

Job Description

Job Description

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* Position Summary
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The Buyer/Planner II ensures the timely procurement and availability of materials to support manufacturing, Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO), and field service requirements. Operating in a regulated medical device manufacturing environment, this individual contributor manages supplier relationships, executes purchasing activities, mitigates supply chain risks, and optimizes inventory levels.

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* Key Responsibilities
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  * Material Planning & Procurement:
  ** Analyze MRP recommendations to plan and purchase components. Create and monitor purchase orders through fulfillment to meet manufacturing schedules.
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  * Supplier Management:
  ** Proactively manage open orders, resolve material shortages, expedite critical deliveries, and lead performance discussions to improve supplier quality and on-time delivery.
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  * Inventory Optimization:
  ** Implement strategies to maintain healthy stock levels, minimize excess and obsolete (E&O) inventory, and improve inventory turns.
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  * Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  ** Partner with Quality, Receiving, Manufacturing, and Strategic Sourcing to resolve supply issues and support dual-sourcing and cost-reduction initiatives.
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  * NPI & Engineering Support:
  ** Maintain accurate data (lead times, supplier info) in QAD ERP and coordinate materials for New Product Introductions (NPI) and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).

Qualifications

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* Required
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  * Education:
  ** Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
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  * Experience:
  ** Minimum of 5 years in tactical purchasing, material planning, or manufacturing operations.
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  * Systems:
  ** Hands-on experience utilizing ERP/MRP systems and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
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  * Skills:
  ** Strong analytical problem-solving, priority management, and cross-functional communication.

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* Preferred
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• Experience in medical device or FDA-regulated manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with the QAD ERP system.
• APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM, CSCP).
• Experience managing ECOs, NPI, and spare/field service parts.