Procurement Buyer II

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.

What We Offer

• A collaborative teamwork environment where learning is constant, and performance is rewarded.
• The opportunity to be part of the team that is revolutionizing the treatment of some of the world's most devastating diseases.
• A generous benefits package for eligible employees that includes medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance, 401(k) with employer match, paid parental leave, eleven paid company holidays per year, a minimum of fifteen days of accrued vacation per year, which increases with tenure, and paid sick time in compliance with applicable law(s).

Penumbra, Inc., headquartered in Alameda, California, is a global healthcare company focused on innovative therapies. Penumbra designs, develops, manufactures, and markets novel products and has a broad portfolio that addresses challenging medical conditions in markets with significant unmet need. Penumbra sells its products to hospitals and healthcare providers primarily through its direct sales organization in the United States, most of Europe, Canada, and Australia, and through distributors in select international markets. The Penumbra logo is a trademark of Penumbra, Inc.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

If you reside in the State of California, please also refer to Penumbra's Privacy Notice for California Residents.

For additional information on Penumbra’s commitment to being an equal opportunity employer, please see Penumbra's AAP Policy Statement.