Buyer II

What you’ll do in this role: In this role, you will require knowledge and experience in Purchasing while still acquiring higher-level knowledge and skills. You will build knowledge of company processes and customers, solve a range of straightforward problems, and analyze possible solutions using standard procedures. You will receive a moderate level of guidance and direction. Your role requires expanded conceptual knowledge in Purchasing and broadens your capabilities. You will understand key business drivers within your function and provide informal guidance to team members. You will analyze innovative solutions to solve problems in straightforward situations using your technical experience, judgment, and precedents. Your work will impact the achievement of team goals and objectives. Additionally, you will explain moderately complex information to others in straightforward situations. Responsibilities You adhere 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. You will analyze complex requirements to place, cancel, and/or reschedule purchase orders with approved suppliers. You will consider changes in demand, changes in design, and supplier-driven changes to ensure appropriate supply to production. You will request and evaluate quotes from suppliers that meet cost, delivery, quality targets, and specifications. You will analyze, report, and forecast purchase price variance. Participate in the annual budget process for purchases and standard costing. Maintain material flow in the supply chain, assuring that priorities are clearly identified to import, receive, inspect, and release raw material. You will manage and forecast inventory levels to optimize raw material availability and working capital strategies. You proactively monitor supplier performance and collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements. Develop and support initiatives for cost reduction and savings opportunities. You will collaborate with Quality for the resolution and closure of corrective actions (CAPA), nonconforming material (NCMR), and return to vendor (RTV). You will initiate and coordinate the loading of new suppliers in the ERP system, as well as update changes to existing suppliers. You will collaborate with the Finance department to resolve issues of accounting, payment terms, AP holds, and resolution of payment to suppliers. You may perform other duties as needed and as directed by your leadership How you will be measured The specific measures listed below may be subject to change and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Safety is our highest priority; you will be an active supporter of the Integer EHSS programs. Supply Chain - Achievement of site Supply Chain KPI's PO without Promise Date, PO Status Approval, Past due PO's, AP Holds You will have defined Goals and Objectives specifying key projects and expected milestones to achieve. You will support other site and company initiatives to further continuous improvement in the areas of cost, delivery, and quality. What sets you apart A Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field is desired; however, if you do not meet the education requirement, you may be considered with three years of relevant experience in purchasing. You demonstrate the ability to effectively manage and improve supplier relationships that support Integer’s goals and objectives related to cost, delivery and quality. You have a functional understanding of the Supplier Quality Management System and support the framework through the procedures and interactions with Quality and suppliers. You demonstrate competency in both written and oral communications. You maintain a calm demeanor that transcends the high energy, constantly changing supply chain environment. You possess a positive, can-do attitude with an underlying belief that failure is not an option. Benefits Our total rewards program is designed to attract, retain, and motivate associates to contribute to Integer’s success. Our compensation program includes base salary and a cash-based incentive program supporting our pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide a comprehensive benefits package with immediate eligibility including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and adoption benefits. Parental leave is available after one year. Optional employee-paid programs include supplemental life insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident insurance. Employees are immediately eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan with company matching contributions. We provide 80 hours (10 days) of company designated holidays per year plus an annual allotment of paid time off. U.S. Applicants: Equal Opportunity Employer. In addition, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Integer Holdings