Buyer/Supply Chain Specialist (Contractor)

Job Description

Job Description

About Visby

San Jose based Visby Medical, Inc. is an ambitious, and fast-paced early stage biotech startup. Driven by a belief that disease diagnosis should be quick, accurate, and accessible to all, Visby Medical, Inc. is developing a novel diagnostic device platform that aims to redefine the way an infectious disease is tested and treated.  

This is a full-time, 6-month contract role with the possibility of extension. The position requires working onsite 3 days per week.

Work Authorization:  Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Visby Medical, Inc. will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

About the Role:

We have a talented team of researchers, biologists, designers, operations and administrative resources team. If you are passionate about making a difference, thrive on tackling challenging problems, and want to join a collaborative ownership team that will change the world of healthcare, please consider the following Temporary Supply Chain Specialist opportunity that has the possibility of converting to Regular Full-Time:

Primary Position Responsibilities:

• Analyze demand forecasts and MRP/MPS output to develop purchasing and inventory plans that ensure material availability while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.

• Lead supplier sourcing, RFQ/RFP processes, and bid analysis to identify and qualify suppliers that meet cost, quality, and delivery requirements.

• Negotiate and manage supplier contracts and pricing agreements within scope of authority to secure the most favorable business terms, including cost, quality and availability.

• Confer with vendors on product information, lead times, and delivery schedules, and review quotes for accuracy and competitive positioning.

• Develop and maintain strategic, long-term supplier relationships, serving as the primary point of contact and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

• Identify, evaluate, and recommend new suppliers to strengthen the supply base and mitigate single-source risk.

• Track and manage supplier ship commitments, escalating and expediting as needed to ensure parts availability against production build plans.

• Support supplier qualification, incoming material control, and material review board (MRB) disposition in partnership with Quality.

• Partner with Legal to ensure contracts are routed for appropriate review and signature. 

• Collaborate with Finance and cross-functional stakeholders to resolve procure-to-pay issues and improve payment cycle efficiency.

• Lead implementation of improved Procure-to-Pay processes and controls, leveraging ERP/MRP systems and tools.

• Monitor and report key supply chain metrics (inventory turns, days of inventory, on-time delivery, fill rate) and drive corrective actions with suppliers.

• Participate in S&OP and lean manufacturing initiatives, providing supply chain data and analysis to support cross-functional planning decisions.

• Other duties as assigned

Qualified candidates should possess the following skill sets and attributes:

Education:

• Degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of training and professional experience.

Experience, Skills, and Attributes:

• Strong understanding of inventory turns, days of inventory, and other supply chain KPIs, with the ability to analyze data and drive improvement. 

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment within an ISO-regulated industry (medical device strongly preferred).

• Computer proficiency

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Docs 

  • Advanced Excel skills (including pivot tables and VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP formulas) required. You will be asked to demonstrate your skills.

• Working knowledge of ERP systems and hands-on experience with MRP systems required.

  • Experience with SAP or similar ERP platforms (Oracle, NetSuite) is desirable; APICS/CSCP or CPSM certification is a plus

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally and build positive relationships with suppliers

YOUR IMPACT ON QUALITY

You will directly impact product quality by vetting suppliers, monitoring supplier performance, and maintaining the quality standards Visby has set for purchased materials and inventory. Your strategic sourcing, planning, and inventory management decisions directly impact the company's Quality Objectives by ensuring the reliability, availability, and quality of components, subassemblies, and finished goods needed to meet product and customer requirements.

EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Vets

Visby Medical, Inc. is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, ancestry, religious creed/religion, national origin, sex, disability, genetic information/characteristics, medical condition, age, marital status, sexual orientation and protected veteran status or any other status protected by law. 

Resume Processing:

Due to resource constraints, we will not be able to respond to each applicant individually. Please be assured though that your CV will be read thoroughly by a human being and your application genuinely and respectfully considered for the role. 

Additional information

We believe that the unique contributions of all Visbees is the driver of our success. To make sure that our products and culture continue to incorporate everyone's perspectives and experience we never discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, pregnancy or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, or military or veteran status.

Full COVID Vaccination Required - Reasonable accommodations for medical or religious reasons considered.