Buyer II

Job description

By living according to a common set of values, we create a culture that unifies, embraces the uniqueness we all bring to the company, and positions Integer for long-term success. At Integer, our values are embedded in everything we do. Customer We focus on our customers’ success Innovation We create better solutions Collaboration We create success together Inclusion We always interact with others respectfully Candor We are open and honest with one another Integrity We do the right things and do things right Accountabilities & Responsibilities: Adheres to Integer’s Values and all safety, environmental, security and quality requirements including, but not limited to: Quality Management Systems (QMS), Safety, Environmental and Security Management Systems, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, company policies and operating procedures, and other regulatory requirements. Requirements analysis to place, cancel, and/or reschedule the purchase orders with approved suppliers, considering changes in demand and changes in design, to assure an appropriate supply to the production lines. Request for quotations to suppliers and follow up. Analyze purchase price variance results. Prepare budgets for fiscal year purchases and standard costs. Oversee the purchase orders through the system, to reflect confirmed delivery dates by the suppliers and follow up to deliveries. Maintains a flow in the supply chain, assuring that priorities are clearly identified to import, receive, inspect, and release raw material. Administers inventory to maintain optimum levels, according to company policies. Coordinates proactively the disposition of excess and slow-moving inventory. Responsible to update and communicate results of the Supplier Performance Report. Develops initiatives of costs reduction and savings opportunities with suppliers. Collaborates with the Quality department for the resolution and closure of correction actions (CAPA), nonconforming material (NCMR), and Returns to Vendor (RTV). Coordinates the loading of new suppliers in the Oracle system, as well as updating any changes required to an existing supplier. Provides Support to Supplier Quality Engineers (SQE) in the attainment of information to maintain the suppliers file current. Participates in the engineering revision changes and informs of these changes to suppliers as needed. Collaborates with the finance department to resolve issues of accounting and resolution of payment to suppliers. Performs other duties as required. Education & Experience: Minimum Education: Associates degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred in Business or related area Minimum Experience: 3 years of experience as buyer or related experience Knowledge & Skills: Specialized Knowledge: Knowledge of IT systems (Office and ERP). APICS certification, Knowledge of inventory management processes, VMI, KanBan, Min-Max and MRP Special Skills: Excellent interpersonal communication abilities. Excellent analysis and negotiation abilities. Numeric agility. U.S. Applicants: Equal Opportunity Employer. In addition, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.