Buyer

The Buyer will obtain materials and services from suppliers at the lowest cost consistent with considerations of quality, reliability of source and urgency of need. Duties will be performed in accordance with standard purchasing concepts, practices and procedures. The ability to negotiate contract terms, analyze data, build relationships, and track vendor performance is essential.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Obtain materials and services from suppliers at the lowest cost consistent with considerations of quality, reliability of source and urgency of need

Analyze inventory data and trends and make adjustments to reorder points accordingly

Create reports to support inventory data, costs, usage and trends

Submit purchase orders to vendors in adherence to purchase approval policy, any applicable contracts and ISO guidelines where applicable

Review and negotiate contract payment terms, pricing, rebates, and shipping costs for both capital expense and service agreements

Manage item master for assigned vendors, update cost and provide supporting data for changes

Review quotations, research, and recommend suppliers

Prepare RFPs and RFQs as needed; prepare service contracts

Track vendor performance and record data in supplier score card

Resolve discrepancies and assist inventory control and accounting as needed

Consult with lab and support departments to ensure quality and usage demands are met

Reconcile open purchase orders and review on routine basis

Review shipping methods and costs and explore savings opportunities

Mitigate risk of supply chain constraints by identifying second source alternatives

Other Duties & Responsibilities:

Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge and skills.

Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve company goals and participate in process improvement

Use safety precautions in all areas of responsibility. Requires handling of flammable, corrosive and potentially hazardous chemicals. May occasionally be required to perform tasks which involve exposure to blood and/or body fluid and must follow the required handling procedures in accordance with the OSHA Blood-Borne Pathogen Standard.

Notify Purchasing Team Lead of any problems, or needed repairs immediately

Other duties as required and assigned

A Successful Candidate Must Possess:

High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related field preferred

With a high school diploma/GED, a minimum of three (3) years of experience in a multi-vendor purchasing environment required; with a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related field, a minimum of one (1) year of experience in a multi-vendor purchasing environment required

Experience in a laboratory or healthcare setting preferred

ERP system experience preferred; Sage ERP experience a plus

GPO experience preferred

Certified Purchasing Professional, APICS, or other purchasing certification preferred

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint required; experience with Access helpful

Aegis Sciences Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer