Lead Buyer

Summary The Lead Buyer will be responsible for creating and managing diverse supplier partnerships that drive enterprise value within innovation, quality, best cost, and competitive advantages that benefit customers, suppliers, and patients. In This Position, You Will Have the Opportunity To Foundational multi-category understanding including technical product knowledge, internal sourcing processes, cost drivers, related industry dynamics and market trends.  Participates in process development and coordination with cross-functional partners in support of supplier selection, associated contract negotiations, supplier performance and relationship management.  Perform data analyses and utilize financial skills to support identification of opportunities to leverage scale and drive cost savings.  Places purchase orders and expedites materials as required to support production schedules   Understands and develops adequate inventory turns to meet organizational goals  Supports contracting with regional direct and indirect suppliers   Manages the Approved Supplier List  Follows environmental and safety regulations and acts in compliance with US laws   Complies with safety and corporate guidelines on business ethics  What You Need to Succeed in This Position Bachelor’s degree in Business, Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, or Operations Management; Plus 7-10 years of Purchasing experience and 1-2 years of contracting experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. ERP software experience required, with in-depth knowledge of MRP strongly preferred  Familiarity with total cost analysis concepts  Excellent understanding of statistical concepts used to formulate safety stock quantities to meet customer service levels  Experience with implementing and maintaining a Lean Material Flow manufacturing environment is a plus  Able to demonstrate a track record of accomplishments in supply chain management  Detailed and analytically oriented  Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills  Experience with ERP forecasting software  Proficient in Microsoft Office including, word, excel and Outlook  Certification in APICS or ISM a plus  We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer- and celebrate our employees' differences, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or Veteran status. Diversity makes us better.