Purchasing Specialist

Responsibilities Process purchase requisitions from across the organization, converting them to purchase orders and communicating with suppliers and stakeholders Track vendor acknowledgements and maintain up-to-date purchase order information including pricing and delivery Monitor inventory levels and initiate replenishment orders for assigned products and material groups Follow up with suppliers to ensure service levels are met; collaborate with Accounts Payable, Receiving, and suppliers to resolve invoice discrepancies Support sourcing initiatives for new suppliers, products, and services; partner with internal business users to establish specifications and identify best-value suppliers Contribute to cost‑saving projects through analysis of product specifications, volume activity, service requirements, delivery, and payment terms Manage vendor master data in SAP, including enrolling new suppliers into the Approved Supplier List (ASL) via DocuSign and performing periodic reviews of inactive vendors Maintain supplier certificates and surveys, ensuring all required documentation and agreements are current Train business users on procurement processes including requisition creation, new product development, and supplier enrollment Write and update procedures, work instructions, and work aids as requirements evolve Support compliance with the KARL STORZ Quality Program, CFR 820.50, and ISO 13485 standards Provide coverage for Buyer Planner during extended absences; travel to KARL STORZ and vendor sites as needed Requirements 3–5 years of experience in purchasing or a related role involving indirect or direct materials/services High school diploma or equivalent Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel Strong analytical, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Self‑motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established timeframes Working knowledge of SAP preferred Preferred 5–10 years of relevant purchasing or supply chain experience College degree or equivalent work experience Experience with Tableau or other supply chain/analytics platforms Familiarity with ISO 13485 standards and the medical device industry Collaborative, solution‑oriented mindset with a helpful and instructive approach to working with others #J-18808-Ljbffr