Senior Buyer

Job Summary:
Kirwan Surgical Products LLC specializes in the development of superior products for microsurgical specialties.  We are in search of a Senior Buyer with direct industry experience to be responsible for purchasing goods and raw materials, both domestically and internationally, as well as managing supplier relationships.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
•    None

Duties/Responsibilities:
•    Develops and maintains relationships with suppliers.
•    Negotiates contracts and costs with suppliers.
•    Work with Engineering and other departments as needed to select new suppliers. 
•    Oversees and maintains supplier monitoring/grading.
•    Obtain samples as requested by department heads or other authorized personnel and maintain corresponding records of such samples.
•    Maintain relationship with customs broker.
•    Manage and maintain all related data and documentation related to purchase orders, invoices, customs forms, samples and required correspondence.
•    Review customs documents for proper reporting of Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classification and shipment values. Monitor and maintain HTS classifications for company products and update company database as needed.
•    Process purchasing documents, approve supplier invoices, review, and process non-conformity reports, and monitor Kirwan Surgical suppliers within ISO standards.
•    Acts as lead in absence of Supervisor or Manager
•    Monitor inventory levels and order packaging supplies. 
•    Processes appropriate documentation for supplies traveling overseas.
•    Performs other duties as assigned. 

Required Skills/Abilities: 
•    Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
•    Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
•    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
•    Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
•    Experience purchasing in regulated environments.
•    Strong experience with supplier management

Education and Experience:
•    Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Production/Operations, or related field preferred.
•    Minimum 5 years Purchasing and/or Supply Chain experience in an FDA regulated industry.

Physical Requirements: 
•    Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
•    Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times. 
 

*A relocation package is not available for this role.