NPI Buyer

JOB SUMMARY
The New Program and Product Introduction Buyer is responsible for sourcing, selection and development of vendors in support of strategic projects and programs. The NPI Buyer will lead sourcing efforts during the design and development process of new and existing medical devices and device components. The role requires effective communication and collaboration with project and program teams as well as external partners and vendors. Strong multitasking skills required to ensure all program deliverables are completed successfully

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Responsible for vendor selection, qualification, and development.
• Quote and procure components, services and equipment required for assigned projects and programs.
• Develop strong relationships with vendors to ensure quality and delivery at best in class costs.
• Establish and improve purchasing and planning parameters (lead times, MOQ's, tiers and pricing).
• Ensure vendor performance supports design requirements and production goals.
• Review MRP to verify accurate demands and to place orders for inventory components on a timely basis.
• Transition production ready vendors, supplies, and services to sustaining buyers.
• Support project and program teams as key sourcing and supply chain resource.
• Work with Engineering to review new item masters to ensure compliance with finance, inventory and purchasing guidelines.
• Complies with company, quality and safety standards, policies, and procedures
• Other duties as assigned.
An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in contract and or medical device manufacturing with demonstrated progressive sourcing experience.
• Demonstrated supply chain creation, management, and improvement experience.
• A record of creating and improving vendor relationships.
• Demonstrated experience in technical sourcing resulting in improved quality, delivery, cost and inventory turnover.
• Ability to read and interpret technical specifications, prints and requirements.
• Experience in Medical Device, ASIC, PCBA, and related supply chains a plus.
• Working knowledge and experience in Lean and Six Sigma methods, ERP and QMS systems.
• Experience with ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 procedures preferred.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in an office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.

EEO STATEMENT
Cirtec Medical Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Minority/Female/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veteran and Affirmative Action Employer Cirtec Medical Corporation considers for employment and hires qualified candidates without regard to age, race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, protected veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law. Cirtec Medical Corporation and all of its related companies fully endorse equal opportunity for all. Cirtec Medical provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process