Purchasing Specialist/Buyer

Position Overview
We are seeking experienced SAP Purchasing Specialist/Buyer to support a top leading medical device company undergoing significant product and engineering changes. This role will focus on tactical purchasing activities, supplier coordination, SAP transaction processing, and engineering change support to help manage increased purchasing demand and procurement workloads.

This is an excellent opportunity for purchasing professionals who enjoy working in fast-paced environments, collaborating with suppliers and cross-functional teams, and driving operational execution.

Key Responsibilities
Purchasing & Procurement Support

Generate and manage Requests for Quote (RFQs)

Collect, review, and track supplier quotations

Expedite purchase orders and supplier responses

Monitor open orders and communicate status updates to stakeholders

Support day-to-day purchase order administration

Coordinate purchasing activities to meet business requirements

SAP Purchasing Administration

Create, modify, and release purchase orders within SAP

Maintain material master data and purchasing records

Process PO revisions and updates

Run purchasing and open-order reports

Perform data entry and transactional support within SAP S/4HANA

Support purchasing workflows and process compliance

Engineering Change Support

Process engineering changes through purchasing workflows

Coordinate new part setup activities

Support implementation of engineering change orders (ECOs)

Work cross-functionally to ensure procurement readiness for design updates

Supplier Management & Coordination

Communicate directly with suppliers regarding quotes, orders, and documentation

Follow up on missing supplier information and compliance documentation

Resolve purchasing and order execution issues

Identify process gaps and contribute to continuous improvement efforts

Ensure suppliers understand purchasing and documentation requirements

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred

Minimum 5+ years of purchasing, procurement, or buyer experience

Hands-on experience using SAP, preferably SAP S/4HANA

Experience creating and managing purchase orders

Experience generating and tracking RFQs

Strong supplier communication and coordination skills

Experience expediting orders and managing procurement timelines

Strong organizational skills with attention to detail

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting Engineering Change Orders (ECOs)

Experience with Agile PLM or similar product lifecycle management systems

Experience purchasing manufacturing-related materials and components

Exposure to electromechanical assemblies, PCBAs, or technical components

Medical device industry experience is a plus, but not required

Typical Weekly Activities

Running open-order and purchasing reports

Sending RFQs and tracking supplier responses

Managing purchase order transactions in SAP

Communicating supplier updates to internal stakeholders

Expediting orders and resolving procurement issues

Tracking documentation and compliance requirements

Supporting engineering and purchasing process changes

Success Factors
Successful candidates will demonstrate:

Strong understanding of purchasing and procurement processes

Excellent communication skills with suppliers and internal stakeholders

Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment with evolving priorities

Strong sense of ownership and willingness to support the team where needed

Adaptability, flexibility, and a collaborative mindset

Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision

EOE Statement:

Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for benefits such as health insurance, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid leave where required by applicable law. Eligibility may vary based on factors such as location and hire date and is subject to change.

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