Job Title: Senior Buyer

Job Description

The Sr. Buyer manages the systemic supply plan for the portfolio of externally manufactured finished products. This role is responsible for maintaining data integrity of static planning parameters and transactional data elements to ensure that the system accurately reflects the current situation in the physical supply chain at all times. The Sr. Buyer will work closely with Supply Chain Manager and EO/IO Planning Analysts to monitor and manage suppliers’ plan attainment, as well as Supplier performance and coordinating priorities. Planning, preparing, and executing Purchase and Distribution Orders or inventory purchased/transferred from multiple internal & external suppliers is a critical part of this role. Additionally, managing inventory in line with Days Inventory Outstanding (DIO) and Latest Estimate Forecasts (LEF) is essential.

ResponsibilitiesPurchase Order Management:Supplier Management:Purchasing Strategy:Cost Analysis:Compliance and Quality Assurance:Inventory Management:Market Research:Cross-Functional Collaboration:Reporting and Metrics:Essential Skills2+ years working as a Buyer/Planner in Manufacturing, preferably for a Medical Device companyERP experience, preferably Epicor, Oracle, or SAPBachelor's degree in Supply Chain or BusinessExperience working with Purchase Orders (POs) and PO MaintenanceExperience working with a large quantity of SKUs or parts (preferably in the thousands) as well as vendors (100+ vendors)Basic understanding of demand planningStrong negotiation skillsExperience with Supplier Relationship ManagementExperience dealing with quality issues on partsUnderstanding of MRP signalsAdditional Skills & QualificationsWorking knowledge of planning/purchasing control systems (ERP) and processesAbility to work independently with a strong sense of urgencyClear and concise communication skills across all levels of the company and a global supply chain organizationProven experience in a production environmentKnowledge of material flow, requirements planning, and job router creation/executionStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent organizational and time management skillsEffective communication skillsAbility to communicate effectively to achieve alignment through open discussions, productive conflict, and collaborationConfident, quick decision-maker with a positive attitudeStrong collaborative and influencing skills and ability to work well in a cross-functional environmentWillingness to learn and seek improvementExperience with ERP systems; EPICOR and SAP ERP system a plusProficiency in all Microsoft Office applicationsWell-developed knowledge of planning principles and practicesAbility to deal with complexity and manage relationships across a diverse range of stakeholdersFlexible and able to adapt to company growth and evolving responsibilitiesAbility to interface effectively with peer groups and work collaboratively to achieve company goalsAbility to work autonomously in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environmentA passion for continuous improvementDetail-oriented, organized, and demonstrates a high sense of urgencyWork Environment

The company offers a very nice and clean office environment with a friendly staff. This is a one-year contract-to-hire position with the possibility of becoming permanent based on performance. The dress code is business casual. This role is fully onsite with hours from Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with some flexibility on start and stop times. The person will work with a team of about five other people.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43.00 - $48.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bethlehem,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 21, 2025.

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\n \n About Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

\n Diversity, Equity & Inclusion\n

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

\n Hiring diverse talent\n Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection\n Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes\n Ensuring growth opportunities for our people\n

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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