Purchasing Specialist

Purchasing Specialist

At KARL STORZ, we take pride in helping patients through some of the toughest journeys of their lives. We are making contributions that matter. Regardless of your role, YOU improve patients' lives every day

Get to know us and join our team as a Purchasing Specialist

Job Function: Supply Chain & Procurement Location: Auburn, MA, US, 01501 Pay Range: $23.70 - $30.19/PER HOUR

About KARL STORZ From the operating room to surgery centers—and everywhere in between—KARL STORZ North America is a global leader in medical technology and advanced visualization solutions. We design specialty innovations, smart instruments and devices, integrated ecosystems, and intelligent imaging—to build a more connected, software-enabled operating room. As an independent, family-owned MedTech company, we ambitiously think in generations instead of quarters to improve patients' lives around the world.

About the Role

We are seeking a Purchasing Specialist to deliver procurement services across multiple KARL STORZ locations. In this role, you will support colleagues throughout the purchasing lifecycle — from requisition to payment — while managing supplier relationships, vendor master data, and continuous improvement initiatives that drive year-over-year savings and ensure continuity of supply.

What You'll Do

• 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.

What You Bring

• 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.

What Will Make You Successful

• 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.

Why KARL STORZ?

Play a key role in maintaining supply continuity and driving procurement efficiency across a global MedTech organization. Collaborate with diverse teams spanning Quality, Operations, Legal, Regulatory, and beyond, and build deep expertise in purchasing systems and compliance within a highly regulated, mission-driven industry. For 80 years, KARL STORZ has pioneered the most groundbreaking innovations in endoscopic surgery, video imaging, and operating room integration. With more than 9,000 associates worldwide and 2,600 in the US, we pride ourselves on harnessing cutting-edge technology, precise workmanship, and unrivaled customer support to help healthcare facilities succeed. It's not just about the tools we create — it's about the lives we change, together.

Ready to make an impact? Apply to be our next Purchasing Specialist and help us build the future of MedTech together.

MA Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Eligible Employee Benefits

Medical / Dental / Vision including a state-of-the-art wellness program and access to pet insurance, too! 3 weeks vacation accrual for full time roles,* paid holidays plus paid sick time too Up to 8 weeks of 100% paid company parental leave; includes maternal/ paternal leave, adoption, and fostering of a child. 401(k) retirement savings plan providing a match of 66.67% (4%) of the employee's first 6% contribution (up to IRS limits) Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts HSA Savings Accounts with company contribution Life, STD & LTD Insurance We prepay your tuition up to $5,250 per year! - Tuition pre-imbursement Fitness reimbursement of up to $200 annually And much more! * Field sales, internships, and roles that are regularly scheduled to work less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for vacation, except where required by law. Non-employees, including temporary workers and consultants, are not eligible to participate in the KARL STORZ benefits program. KARL STORZ reserves the right to change or modify the employee's job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship. Additionally, KARL STORZ, through its supervisors, may require an employee to perform duties outside their normal description within the sole discretion of the supervisor. Employees must comply will all applicable KARL STORZ policies and procedures.

Credentialing requirements at KARL STORZ

KARL STORZ is committed to maintaining a safe work environment for our employees and customers. Most field-based roles at KARL STORZ require hospital credentialing/health screens as a condition of employment. Credentialing can include required vaccinations, health screens & other requirements as outlined by our customers. During the interview process, we encourage you to ask how credentialing/health screens may impact the role you are seeking and if you require any reasonable accommodations regarding these requirements.

Pay Transparency

The pay range and/or hourly pay rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job posting and may be modified in the future. When determining a specific team member's base salary and/or hourly pay rate, several factors will be considered including such things as location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, professional credentials, internal equity, and the amount budgeted for the role.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation Statement

KARL STORZ is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills and unique experiences. To achieve this goal, we are committed to diverse voices, and all applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. KARL STORZ is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. Should you need assistance or accommodation please email us at View email address on click.appcast.io.

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