Buyer

INTUVIE seeks an experienced Buyer to manage procurement activities as well as other supply-related tasks. The position will drive reliable and cost-effective delivery of materials, equipment, and services with the proper quality, pricing, compliance, and speed necessary to ensure the Company’s success. The ideal candidate will have experience working with multiple vendors in the medical device industry, experience in procurement systems implementations, and a demonstrated track record of participating in procurement-related process improvements.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS*

• Review, interpret, and verify purchase order requests.
• Verify quantity, anticipated costs and practical application of supplies/materials requested.
• Obtain critical materials and components, equipment, and services through interviewing and/or visit vendors to ensure supplier is qualified
• Research sources, solicit bids, and compare areas of quality, cost, delivery, and warranty/guarantee policies.
• Commit company funds to vendors and expedite orders/shipment/delivery, updating end-user as necessary.
• Establish and maintain automated purchase inventory files and records.
• Authorize payment to vendor and establish adjustments as required.
• Partner with QA department to perform supplier audits.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.
• Recognize and understand supply risk to the organization, work with suppliers and internal stakeholder to resolve or suggest alternative solutions.
• Assess, manage, and mitigate risks; perform cost and scenario analysis; identify cost saving opportunities.
• Develop and manage supplier relationships, metrics and performance.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

As assigned

PREPARATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Education: Bachelor’s degree (B.A. /B.S.) or equivalent in Business Administration or related discipline.
• Experience: 2-3 years of relevant experience in procurement or purchasing - medical device industry preferred
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
• Certification/Licensure: Certified Purchasing Manager or Certified Professional in Supply Management preferred.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
• Ability to effectively collaborate and communicate with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
• Strong IT skills. High Proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint required. Previous experience with Rootstock ERP highly desirable