Procurement Buyer II

Job description

The Procurement Buyer II manages the order process from purchase order through payment for assigned part numbers, commodities and/or suppliers. This role supports the business to procure goods and services from vendors and suppliers, negotiate terms and prices where required, and maintain records of purchases. **Specific Duties and Responsibilities** • Manage ERP Purchase Order execution process and maintain accurate records in the system by appropriately applying policies and procedures. • Manage incoming requisitions for accuracy and completeness and communicate with Requisitioners and/or Procurement Schedulers as needed before placing Purchase Orders. • Prepare accurate and complete Purchase Orders; confirms proper authorization. • Manage Purchase Order process from creation through payment by working with supplier(s); manage expedited orders in conjunction with business requisitioners and/or Procurement Schedulers. • Communicate and resolve routine discrepancies (quantity, delivery timing, price, packing slip, certificate of compliance etc.) with supplier while engaging with business stakeholders and/or Scheduling team as needed. • Manage Material Master Data related to assigned part numbers (MOQ’s, Safety Stock Level, ROP Level, Lead Times, Velocity Codes, Service Levels) to ensure proper scheduling. • Align with Strategic Procurement and Procurement Schedulers to optimize purchasing process, cost efficiencies and procurement of materials and/or services. • As appropriate, communicate effectively with receiving, IQC and other business stakeholders. • Review and help prepare reports related to assigned commodities, suppliers and/or part number to manage open POs, payment issues. • Adhere to the Company’s Quality Management System (QMS) as well as domestic and global quality system regulations, standards, and procedures. • Understand relevant security, privacy and compliance principles and adhere to the regulations, standards, and procedures that are applicable to the Company. • Ensure other members of the department follow the QMS, regulations, standards, and procedures. • Perform other work-related duties as assigned. **Position Qualifications - Required** • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field with 2+ years of supply chain experience, or equivalent combination of education and or demonstrated experience • Knowledge of purchasing processing • Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills • High degree of accuracy and attention to detail • Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint • Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize assignments while handling various projects simultaneously • Ability to collaborate cross-functionally **Position Qualifications - Preferred** • Degree in business, supply chain, logistics, inventory management, or a related field preferred. • Medical device, pharmaceutical, biotech, or other regulated industry experience desired **Working Conditions:** • General office, warehouse, and cleanroom environments • Willingness and ability to work on site. May have business travel from 0-10%. • Potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens • Requires some lifting and moving of up to 25 pounds • Must be able to move between buildings and floors. • Must be able to remain stationary and use a computer or other standard office equipment, such as a printer or copy machine, for an extensive period of time each day. • Must be able to read, prepare emails, and produce documents and spreadsheets. • Must be able to move within the office and access file cabinets or supplies, as needed. • Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information with employees at all levels on a daily basis. **Annual Base Salary Range: $71,000 - $97,000/ year** We offer a competitive compensation package plus a benefits and equity program, when applicable. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location.