Sr. Buyer

SaniSure is a multinational manufacturer of single-use bioprocessing solutions (SUT) used in the production of biological drugs, including monoclonal antibodies, cell therapies, gene therapies, and vaccines. With operations in the U.S. and in Europe, SaniSure operates a leading platform of vertically integrated critical fluid management technologies and integrated solutions. Its single-use products and system solutions are sold to global pharma and biotech companies and are used from R&D through full-scale commercial cGMP manufacturing of among the most innovative large molecule therapeutics and vaccines.

We continue to be on a robust growth trajectory, via both organic and inorganic growth, as the company capitalizes on increasing global demand and continues its transition from a component manufacturer to an integrated systems and solutions provider.

Our primary offering includes high-value assembly solutions and a portfolio of market-leading products, including PharmaTainer bottles and carboys and related assemblies, Mixed4Sure mixing solutions, Flex4Sure bags and bag assemblies, Fill4Sure needles and needle assemblies, fittings, clamps and a wide range of silicone, braided and thermoplastic tubing solutions. The company has a growing portfolio of innovative solutions serving fast-growth applications, such as cell and gene therapies.

SaniSure is a high-growth, nimble and innovative company with a strong customer and market focus. Join us and grow your career at SaniSure

SUMMARY

Perform buying activities and negotiating the most favorable terms for the organization, including Materials Requirements Planning (MRP) items for Bill of Materials (BoM) and manufacturing and distribution products/services. The incumbent will interact with other departments to resolve issues and meet customer requirements. All activities will be conducted within good manufacturing practices requirements and corporate policy.

ESSENTIAL FUNCITONS:

• Qualify vendors, evaluate bids, and negotiate prices and terms for purchased goods and services.
• Identify and resolve differences between company and supplier objectives as well as customer requirements
• Ensure items purchases meet company specifications, quality, delivery, cost requirements.
• Solicit and evaluate bids; procure goods and services.
• Issue purchase orders according to proper policies and procedures.
• Evaluate vendor performance.
• Assist internal departments in obtaining product information in preparation of purchase specifications.
• Maintain documentation of buying transactions.
• Review and monitor incoming requisitions and confirm orders.
• Assist in policy and procedural compliance issues.
• Serve as a resource in resolving customer or vendor problems.
• Research discrepancies and reports findings.
• Prepare local bid invitations.
• Track purchases, monitor vendor quality, and maintain a current database of vendor information.
• Utilize sales forecast/data to schedule inventory materials from suppliers to meet forecasting and inventory requirements; expedite/defer deliveries, as necessary, to support operational objectives.
• Establish Critical Material Shortage list and escalate supply chain issues with suppliers.
• Identifying and resolving differences between company and supplier objectives as well as the customer requirements.
• Leverage Company’s ERP system to determine appropriate supply inventory, and budgeting of raw materials.
• Develop plans to improve performance and COGS; optimize inventory levels to minimize costs by managing inventory carrying costs, bulk purchase discounts, production planning, and lead times.
• Obtain competitive quotations and select suppliers based on quality, cost, lead-time, service, and financial stability.
• Respond to production or distribution issues and adjust purchasing schedule as required; communicate any major variations to affected parties.
• Identify and manage slow moving, expiry or obsolete inventory.
• Assist with monitoring inventory to reduce Excess, Expired & Obsolete exposure.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related discipline preferred;
• 4+ years relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience with emphasis on manufacturing in the medical/bio-tech industry, or related ISO regulated industry.
• APICS certification, CPIM, SCSM, or CPM, a plus.
• Knowledge of quality system regulations and ERP systems required (Syteline or another Tier 1 or Tier 2 ERP platform preferred).
• Knowledge of standard business terms and arithmetic.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to provide exacting accuracy in all phases of work.