Buyer I

Buyer I

TriLink BioTechnologies is actively responding to the COVID-19 pandemic through vaccine and diagnostic programs.

TriLink BioTechnologies, a Maravai LifeSciences company, is seeking a Buyer I to join our growing team. This role provides procurement support with various project requirements as delegated by the Sr. Manager of Procurement & Strategic Sourcing. This individual will be responsible for placing orders for materials and services to be incorporated into Manufacturing and/or Operations, including handling communications with suppliers to ensure timely delivery at a competitive price point.

Responsibilities

• Review purchase requisitions, obtain quotes, examine bids, make awards, develop new supply sources as needed
• Work with Planning to manage long term production schedules to ensure material readiness
• Generate purchase orders to support all business requirements through various request methods, NetSuite, zero picks, reorder points, emails and verbal requests in a timely manner
• Responsible for expediting, following-up and communicating estimated delivery dates for open purchase orders to ensure timely delivery and appropriate production scheduling
• Represents Procurement department in addressing and/or resolving issues with other departments
• Manages and facilitates the closure of all open purchase orders pending approvals
• Maintain professional relationships with suppliers by providing adequate lead times and communicating updates to all end-users
• Successfully contribute to cost saving corporate initiatives through various bidding, supplier consolidation, and material standardization activities
• Evaluates assigned general ledgers account accuracy for all submitted and generated purchase orders
• Works closely with Accounts Payable to resolve all invoice issues
• Interacts with Receiving Department and suppliers to resolve receiving discrepancies and arranging returns
• Responsible for procuring inventory purchases from approved suppliers
• Communicate process issues and present streamlining and process solutions
• Assist with root cause analysis for all material shortages
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in similar biotechnology/life science industry
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems required, NetSuite expertise preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Expertise with effective negotiation and managing suppliers
• Working knowledge of Accounting practices
• Completes work assigned in a reliable, consistent manner while working successfully as an individual and within a team environment
• Personable, good listener, and with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated and able to organize and prioritize multiple tasks

TriLink BioTechnologies is a rapidly growing biotech firm in San Diego, CA that offers competitive wages and a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, LTD, and a retirement plan.

TriLink BioTechnologies is an EEO employer.