Buyer I

The Opportunity

QuidelOrtho unites the strengths of Quidel Corporation and Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, creating a world-leading in vitro diagnostics company with award-winning expertise in immunoassay and molecular testing, clinical chemistry and transfusion medicine. We are more than 6,000 strong and do business in over 130 countries, providing answers with fast, accurate and consistent testing where and when they are needed most - home to hospital, lab to clinic.

Our culture puts our team members first and prioritizes actions that support happiness, inspiration and engagement. We strive to build meaningful connections with each other as we believe that employee happiness and business success are linked. Join us in our mission to transform the power of diagnostics into a healthier future for all.

The Role

At QuidelOrtho, we're advancing the power of diagnostics for a healthier future for all. Join our mission as our next Buyer I. This position is responsible for purchasing direct and indirect materials with minimum supervision. Also responsible for maintaining KPI's and supporting departmental needs for the Purchasing Team.

This position will be onsite in Carlsbad, CA.

The Responsibilities

• Prepares purchase orders and places orders in an accurate and timely manner for direct & indirect.
  
• Monitors purchase order delivery and escalates when necessary.
  
• Occasionally Sources direct/indirect materials and services to support internal customer needs.
  
• Carries out duties in compliance with GMPs, ISO standards and established business policies
  
• Ensures proper approvals on purchase orders have been obtained.
  
• Maintains purchase order accuracy
  
• Maintains purchase order records
  
• Works Independently to perform other related duties as assigned
  
• Participates in process improvement activities
  
• Support the maintenance of KPI's
  
• Establish blanket purchase orders
  
• Support Purchasing Specific Projects for data reliability
  
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned
  

The Individual

Required:

• High School diploma or GED
  
• As minimum, understanding of a Buyer role and a max of 3 years of experience in a purchasing environment or related field
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Basic e-mail, word processing and spreadsheet knowledge
  
• This position is not currently eligible for visa sponsorship.
  
  

Preferred:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred
  
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
  
• Certifications: APICS CPIM, CFPIM, or CIRM; or NAPM CPM
  
• Experience with MRP system
  
• Problem-solving skills
  

The Key Working Relationships

Internal Partners:

Planning, Operations, Engineering, Other Departments

External Partners:

Suppliers, Others

The Work Environment

The work environmental characteristics are representative of both an office and manufacturing environment and may include handling potentially hazardous chemicals. Some time spent in production areas and warehouses. Flexible work hours to meet project deadlines. Occasional travel required. Travel includes airplane, automobile travel and overnight hotel.

The Physical Demands

No strenuous physical activity. Typically 25% of time in meetings or meeting individually with people, 75% of the time at the desk on computer/doing paperwork/ on phone. Walking, standing, and sitting for long periods of time are routine to accomplish tasks in this role. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision and the ability to adjust focus. Position may be required to use Personal Protective Equipment as posted.

Salary Transparency

The salary range for this position takes into account a wide range of factors including education, experience, knowledge, skills, geography, and abilities of the candidate, in addition to internal equity and alignment with market data. At QuidelOrtho, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The salary range for this position is $58,524.81 - $76,082.25 and is bonus eligible. QuidelOrtho offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with a 401(k) plan, employee assistance program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (including sick time), and paid Holidays. All benefits are non-contractual, and QuidelOrtho may amend, terminate, or enhance the benefits provided, as it deems appropriate.

Equal Opportunity

QuidelOrtho believes in Equal Opportunity for all and is committed to ensuring all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, have an opportunity to apply for those positions that they are interested in and qualify for without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. QuidelOrtho is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so that an individual can perform the duties. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and require special assistance or an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io.

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