Buyer/Planner
Core
Plan, procure, and fulfill materials for the manufacture of medical devices while managing supplier relationships and optimizing inventory.
Role type
Mid-level supply chain buyer/planner
Builds
Medical device manufacturing supply chain
Domain
Medical device manufacturing / Supply chain
Required skills
Supplier management, Strategic sourcing, Inventory management, ERP/MRP systems, Data analysis, Cost reduction, Cross-functional collaboration, Regulatory compliance (CGMP/ISO)
Preferred skills
Medical device industry experience, APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM/CSCP), Knowledge of FDA regulations and ISO 13485
Technologies
ERP systems, Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP
Responsibilities
Identify, qualify, and manage suppliers; Negotiate pricing and delivery terms; Optimize inventory levels and material planning; Analyze supply chain data to improve KPIs; Coordinate outside processing activities (heat treating, sterilization); Collaborate with Quality and Engineering on nonconformance investigations.
Seniority
Mid-level (3-5 years experience)