Senior Buyer

Position Summary

The Senior Buyer, Global Procurement (Indirect) directly supports purchasing activities at all Company locations as needed. Responsibilities include working with internal customers to develop purchasing requirements, soliciting bids, analyzing bids, placing purchasing requisitions and orders. This position also works closely with the Global Procurement Commodity Managers and their assigned areas of responsibility.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Work with internal customers to develop purchasing requirements
• Facilitate training of internal customers on Oracle indirect purchasing system
• Assist departments with creation of purchase requisitions and orders
• Assist Requesters to clarify or complete information; determine method to process requisition based on dollar amount, need date, existing open contracts, and/or competitive bidding
• Develop supplier RFI and RFP, ensure timely response, analyze and report results and recommendations
• Reconcile supplier invoice discrepancies and returns (RTVs)
• Track and report cost savings
• Work on special assignments as they arise
• Support purchasing processes as needed (Vendor on boarding, reporting)

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of purchasing practices and procedures
• Proficient in Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Working knowledge and proficiency with Oracle iProcurement or equivalent
• Excellent Spanish/English verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently and make decisions within policies and procedures
• Experience in sourcing and procurement contract negotiation

Minimum Qualifications, Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Minimum 7 years of Purchasing experience
• Medical Device manufacturing experience
• Experience with purchasing system required; Oracle purchasing system or equivalent.
• Oracle BI experience