Buyer

Bachelor’s Degree in a Technical or Business discipline and a minimum of 4 years of related experience of MRP planning in a regulated manufacturing environment; or equivalent combination of education and work experience. Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and applicable Quality Management System (QMS) standards. Knowledge of ERP, item master parameters, bill of materials, product structure, routings, and master scheduling. Demonstrated experience with automated purchasing systems, preferably QAD. Demonstrated ability to drive and achieve resolutions. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, follow through and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Ability to understand business goals, anticipate needs based on changing work demand, and respond to concerns and resolve materials conflicts. Experience with detailed data entry to accurately record inventories and materials information and transact material lots through processes and inventory locations. this role will collaborate with Production, Manufacturing Engineering, R&D, Process Development, and Quality teams to support Supply Chain functions. The Buyer II will leverage their expertise, knowledge, and company policies to resolve problems, complete projects, and recommend improvements. They will assist with core purchasing and sourcing activities for multiple Business Units with minimal supervision and will proactively manage supply continuity risks. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: Procuring and planning of goods and services for R&D, NPI and Production to maintain quality, cost/project budget, and desired inventory levels per MRP. Work with R&D and PD to manage materials through the transition of NPI to commercial production. Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers including facilitating supplier calls, resolving NCRs, generating scorecards, and providing OTD metrics. execute Supply Agreements with key suppliers. Provide support to Quality to execute Quality Agreements. Build relationships with suppliers and ensure that they meet requirements to remain on the ASL. Collaborate with Sourcing to drive and execute projects. Participate in recurring meetings with key suppliers to ensure delivery schedules are on track, address any supplier related issues and develop solutions to mitigate risk or delays. Secure and analyze quotations, negotiate costs and terms with suppliers. Recommends suppliers with respect to cost, quality and delivery competitiveness. Work with suppliers to understand Tier 2 suppliers to ensure continuity of supply. Actively participate in standard Cost and EOL review with finance. Actively promote and submit ideas for Continuous Improvement. Create component BOMs and routings in QAD. Place purchase orders with suppliers for the procurement of production material as required by the forecast, MRP and the production schedule. Responsible for purchasing supplies, equipment, and miscellaneous items for individual departments via purchase requisition processes. Resolve supplier issues with Finance and Quality. Resolve component incoming acceptance issues with Receiving and Quality Technicians. Create and establish optimal inventory levels based on the forecast, demand variation, and material lead times. Plan and coordinate BOM changes, obsolescence, and new components with Production and Quality. Collaborate with internal customers and provide a high level of customer service, including recommending solutions, resources, and alternative supply options. Steup and maintain master system planning parameters, such as but not limited to, MOQ, lead time, safety stock and reorder points. Develop MRP schedules and prototype bills of material for new product introduction (NPI). Drive supply chain change controls, SCARs, as necessary. Docusign Envelope ID: B41D1DC1-C847-402F-A57D-3ED43C64B268 Provide back-up support for supply chain functions including shipping, receiving, material handling Actively promote and support the Quality Management System, Quality Objectives, and Quality Policy. Assure that you and functional subordinates (if applicable) are trained on all applicable procedures and processes according to Good Manufacturing Practices, applicable FDA, and Regulatory requirements. Actively promote and support the company’s Management Review process. Inform responsible personnel of concerns involving product quality. Perform job functions in a safe and effective manner. Other duties as assigned. Benefits (employee contribution): Health insurance Health savings account Vision insurance Flexible spending accounts Life insurance All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Rate of pay within the stated range will depend on the qualification of the applicant. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act #J-18808-Ljbffr