Buyer - Purchasing - Full Time

Life changing therapies. Our strategy includes building teams across our global network to pioneer and shape the future of PCI.

Buyer

Assembly Drive, Rockford, IL 61109

Shift: 1st Shift

Responsible for negotiating and procuring component and materials. Supports customer demand using effective management of a diverse and cost-efficient base of certified vendors.

Manage all vendor and communications related, but not limited to component or material orders including transport or carrier damage, non-conforming component or material, and paperwork discrepancy.

Set goals to track KPI's and measure results in accordance with the site's vision and goals of 2-3% savings year over year. Utilize data analytics to review supplier performance on KPI's and drive continuous improvements.

Support existing and new component purchases with the selection of the most capable, cost-effective suppliers to meet the material specifications.

Drive Vendor Management to ensure the highest level of quality and service. Selects and partners with key suppliers to ensure cost-effective, high-quality deliver of products.

Partner with key functions, including finance, estimating, business development, and operations to drive results that align to the site's goals and objectives.

Develop innovative and bold strategies to drive savings in new ways while managing, engaging, and promoting continuous cost reduction and quality improvement efforts.

Be a liaison between vendors, business units, and operations teams, to deal with material or service issues in a timely fashion.

Identify and leverage opportunities for continuous improvement and manage financial risk.

Manage inventory levels, warehouse capacity, and slow-moving inventory.

Ensure adherence to all company policies and processes for the entire Procurement team. This position may require overtime and/or weekend work.

Knowledge of and adherence to all PCI, cGMP, and GCP policies, procedures, rules.

Bachelor's Degree in a related field and/or 1-5 years related experience and/or training.

Intermediate Computer Skills: Ability to perform more complex computer tasks and has knowledge of various computer programs.

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where there is only limited standardization. For Illinois residents: the hiring rate for this position is $62,960K to $70,830K plus eligibility for an annual performance bonus. PCI offers full-time employees a competitive benefits package that includes paid time off, health insurance coverage (including dental and vision), flexible spending account, and 401(k).

Join us and be part of building the bridge between life changing therapies and patients. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.

At PCI, Equity and Inclusion are at the core of our company’s purpose: We envision a PCI community where everyone can belong and grow, and we strive to bring this vision to reality by continuously and intentionally assessing our people practices, policies and programs, marketing approach, and workplace culture.

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