Sr Buyer Department: Supply Chain Location: Brooklyn Park, MN START YOUR APPLICATION (https://apply.hrmdirect.com/resumedirect/ApplyOnline/Apply.aspx?req\_id=3166828&source=3166828-CJB-0) This position is eligible for a $5,000 Sign-On Bonus WHO WE ARE: For over three decades, Cirtec has been an industry-leading outsource partner for complex medical devices. Cirtec Medical provides outsourcing solutions for Class II and III medical devices. From design and development, to precision components and finished device assembly, Cirtec can help bring complex devices to market. Cirtec's expertise includes neuromodulation, implantable drug delivery, cardiac rhythm management, structural heart, mechanical circulatory support, and minimally invasive surgical systems. OUR PEOPLE: The key to our success is our employees. The extensive design, development and manufacturing experience they provide enables us to create cost-effective, innovative medical device solutions for our customers. Our creative and innovative staff are expert problem solvers and understand the technical, practical and regulatory issues involved in bringing a new or next-generation product to market. WHY WORK FOR CIRTEC: With three locations in Brooklyn Park, MN, our employees have the satisfaction of knowing that the work they do helps patients live better, longer lives and their commitment and expertise have made the company it is today: An industry leading provider of life enhancing therapies. JOB SUMMARY: This position is primarily responsible for procuring materials, parts, components, services, and equipment to maintain a smooth flow for Cirtec, including managing spikes in demand with minimal adverse impact to the business. This position will strive to meet company objectives, monitor inventory levels, cost, and delivery of items/services. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: - Be an active team member to brainstorm ways to continue to reduce inventory, reduce cost, increase turns and strengthen the supply chain. - Be an active member of the Purchasing Metrics to include but not limited to Vendor On-Time, Inventory Dollars, and Expense Spend Tracking. - Quote and procure components, consumables, services, and equipment as required. Develop relationships with suppliers to negotiate the best possible lead-time and cost. Negotiate blanket orders and/or other inventory management programs with appropriate suppliers. - Generate and review MRP messages to verify accurate demand and to place orders for materials and services on a timely basis. Must be able to detect anomalies in demand. - Will analyze competitive quotes. - Review non-standard products and transition to -Production Ready-. Understand the impact of item masters, routings, bills of materials, etc. on MRP and translate information to correctly set up for MRP. - Work with Engineering, Customer Service and Inventory Management to plan and order inventory or materials to meet customer shipment schedules and Cirtec needs while maintaining inventories in a cost-effective manner. - Work with Engineering and review new item masters to ensure item masters are set up correctly to maintain proper finance, inventory and purchasing guidelines. - Ensure all appropriate forms/data meets the ASL requirements. - Comply with import and export guidelines to include providing correct codes for the import/export of components. - Ensure all appropriate forms/data meets the ASL requirements. - Support On-Time Delivery goal. Work with Receiving, Accounting, Quality and Suppliers to resolve issues. - Provide guidance and training to Buyer(s). - Provide back-up to other Buyer(s) as needed. - Sign off on ECNs as needed. - Assist the controller in setting annual material standard cost updates. - Reliable, consistent, and punctual attendance is an essential function of the job. - Comply with company, quality, and safety standards, policies, and procedures. - Other duties as assigned. This is not a remote position. 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: - Minimum Bachelor's degree or 5+ years- experience in purchasing or planning roles. - Minimum 5 years- experience in a manufacturing environment. - Experience with computers and computer software. - Must be able to quickly learn new systems. - Must be able to read blueprints and interpret technical specifications and illustrations. - Supplier contract negotiation ability. - Must be a critical thinker. - Must be able to meet job requirements while following ISO policies. - Extensive knowledge of Materials Requirements Planning (MRP) concepts. Must be able to review MRP and Master Production Schedule (MPS) to verify for accurate demand. - Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English. - Must have strong communication skills, both written and verbal. WHAT WE PROVIDE FOR YOU: + Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness, and Employee Assistance programs + Paid time off + Training and career development + Employee recognition program + Tuition assistance + 401(k) retirement savings with a company match 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. This is not a remote 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. START YOUR APPLICATION (https://apply.hrmdirect.com/resumedirect/ApplyOnline/Apply.aspx?req\_id=3166828&source=3166828-CJB-0)