Senior Buyer
Core
Procure materials, components, and equipment to support new product introduction (NPI) and production ramp-up for robotic surgical systems.
Role type
Senior Buyer (New Product Introduction)
Builds
Supply chain for new robotic surgical devices (da Vinci, Ion) and related components
Domain
Medical Devices / Robotic Surgery
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
New product introduction (NPI) purchasing, supplier development, inventory planning, cost modeling, ERP systems (SAP), mechanical component manufacturing knowledge, ECO implementation, engineering drawing interpretation
Preferred skills
Project management for NPI, contract negotiation, change management in fast-paced environments
Technologies
SAP, MS Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word), Windows
Responsibilities
Gather quotations and match supplier capabilities to new designs and project schedules; Track and update orders, delivery commitments, and inventory receipts; Identify second sources for critical components; Create and update project material cost models; Resolve issues related to delivery, supplier performance, quality, or cost; Maintain accuracy of purchase orders, component item master information, and BOMs; Work with engineering to assist suppliers in developing efficient fabrication processes
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC