Buyer ii

Description
Core Hours : Monday - Friday, 8 : 00 am - 5 : 00 pm...
Purpose and Scope
Responsible for procurement of critical raw materials and components for the company while ensuring optimal quality and pricing.
Evaluates bids and negotiates prices and terms for purchased goods and services. Tracks purchases, monitors vendor quality and maintains database of vendor information.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
? Ensure inventory purchase transaction completed as per company procedure / policy.
? Evaluate ERP system demand in addition to supplier quotes to determine the best purchasing plan.
? Review and modify existing orders in an effort to ensure inventory is not over stocked / un-stocked based on changes in the manufacturing production schedule.
? Follow up with suppliers concerning returns, damages, credits and replacement materials.
? Assist the Purchasing Manager in negotiating competitive pricing for all company purchases.
? Implement innovative purchasing techniques to achieve cost reductions, optimal inventory levels and improved vendor performance, including but not limited to new supplier / manufacturer interactions or negotiations and collaboration with current preferred suppliers.
? Attend monthly A.P.R. meetings and actively work to investigate receipt discrepancies, vendor invoice discrepancies and work with suppliers to bring issues to resolution (i.
e. product returns / credits).
? Create and maintain department Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions in the electronic document management system.
? Maintain accurate vendor, contact, and pricing information.
? Assist the Purchasing Manager with setting up and maintaining data, accuracy of inventory part numbers within Fourth Shift MRP system.
? Proficiently investigate and complete assigned EG / IRs (exceptions / incident reports) in order to ensure CA / PA, investigations and MRB / Dispositions are resolved timely.
? Prepare monthly supplier forecasts for review by the Purchasing Manager.
? Provide support and guidance to Buyer I and Purchasing Associate as needed.
? Perform other related duties as assigned.
Core Values
? The Buyer II is expected to operate within the framework of Tolmar's Core Values :
? Consistently operate with the highest standards of ethics and compliance.
? Take ownership of your actions, success and setbacks.
? Respect each other and understand that honest collaboration is at the heart of our company success.
? Go the extra mile to make things happen.
? Be committed to all we do and the patients we serve.
? Embrace change with enthusiasm.
? Strive to learn about and understand the needs of customers and patients, and take action with great speed and efficiency no matter the task.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
? Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
? Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel
? Knowledge of Fourth Shift ERP preferred
? Knowledge of Electronic Document Management System
? Proficient knowledge of EG / IR processes, investigation, CA / PA and MRB disposition.
? Skill in effective organization and time management.
? Skill in vendor negotiations.
? Analytical skills to interpret MRP (Material Requirement Planning) information and purchase appropriate materials.
? Knowledge and ability to implement innovative purchasing programs.
? Ability to communicate professionally with people at all levels of the organization and external contacts.
? Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with vendors.
? Knowledge of cGMP and ISO practices preferred.
Education & Experience
? Associate's degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
? Four or more years' experience as a Purchasing Generalist or Buyer I.
Working Conditions
Working conditions are normal for an office environment.
Compensation and Benefits
? Annual pay range $65,000 - $75,000
? Benefits information : https : / / www.tolmar.com / careers / employee-benefits
Tolmar compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay and a strong benefits package.
The final compensation offered may vary from the posted range based on the selected candidates qualifications and experience.
Tolmar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local law.
It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Last updated : 2024-03-14

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