BUYER-PLANNER

Immediate need for a talented BUYER-PLANNER. This is a 12 months Contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Devens, MA(Onsite). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested.

Job ID: 24-22445

Pay Range: $30 - $37/hour.  Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).

Key Responsibilities:

• This position must comply with all Security guidelines, Environmental, Health and Safety regulations, and the current Good Manufacturing Practices required by the job function.
• Create Purchase Requisition and Purchase Orders using SAP. Manages Procure-2-Pay program including order confirmations, change requests, material master updates, expedites and RMA’s.
• Prepare and lead Open Order calls w/material suppliers, negotiate delivery schedules as production needs require and/or escalate supply constraints to Site Procurement and Category Managers when necessary.
• Monitor and action SAP Exception messages to support production schedules.
• Collaborates with Supply Chain Planning stakeholders to understand and analyze consumption of materials, monitor deliveries with suppliers for deliveries arriving close to need by dates and expedite as required.
• Investigates, resolves and records problems such as invoice discrepancies, damages, over shipments, etc.
• Ensures pricing, quantity and compliance information related to preferred supplier/vendor and communicates with suppliers and site personnel as needed.
• Communicates changes in delivery, pricing etc. to end user or as required working with suppliers, supply chain to ensuring data accuracy in SAP and responsible for constant monitoring and governance.
• Answer stakeholder inquiries including order status, supplier capabilities, SAP data (invoice or A/P), etc.
• Manages accurate reporting of Key Performance Indicator’s (KPI’s) for supplier performance and compliance to contracted terms.
• Maintains timely control of documents and data to assure accurate retention of records and audit compliance and governance.
• Identifies opportunities for efficiency improvements in the utilization of SAP and participates in continuous improvement projects at the site.
• Attends appropriate forums to conduct business with various stakeholders both remote and onsite.
• The ideal candidate is able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events and has the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks. 

Key Requirements and Technology Experience: 

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred, or equivalent work experience required.
• Minimum 5 years of work experience in Procurement, Supply Chain and/or Planning, CPM/CPIM/CPSM preferred.
• Possess exceptional communication skills and be able to communicate to multiple levels within the company and at suppliers.
• The ideal candidate is highly experienced in SAP Planning, Inventory and Procurement modules. Proficiency in other ERP systems may be acceptable.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Proven skills such as developing relationships with suppliers, expediting, prioritizing and negotiating deliveries, analyzing and reporting on supplier performance.
• Prior cGMP experience in biopharmaceuticals, pharmaceuticals, and/or medical device industry is highly preferred. Comparable controlled industries may be acceptable.
• Positive, collaborative approach to problem-solving. Demonstrated success working in a team environment.
• Thrives working in a fast-paced environment and proven ability to manage multiple projects/tasks effectively.
• Analytical, Adaptable, Flexible, Dedicated, Passionate, Accountable and Driven to Achieve Results.

Our client is a leading Pharmaceutical Industry, and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration. 

Pyramid Consulting, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Salary : $30 - $37