Sr. Buyer Planner

Description

About us:

For over three decades, Cirtec Medical has been a leading outsourcing partner for complex medical devices. We specialize in providing comprehensive solutions for Class II and III devices, from design and development to precision components and finished device assembly. Our expertise spans neuromodulation, implantable drug delivery, cardiac rhythm management, structural heart, mechanical circulatory support, and minimally invasive surgical systems.

Our dedicated teams prioritize growth, innovation, and collaboration. We actively seek opportunities for improvement to enhance our support for clients. If you embrace a growth mindset and thrive on challenges, you may be a perfect fit for our team!

Position 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.

Key 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 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 and Master Production Schedule (MPS) to verify accurate demand and to place orders for inventory components on a timely basis. Must be able to detect anomalies in demand
• Must be able to develop and qualify new suppliers in a timely manner. Must be able to 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
• Comply with import and export guidelines to include providing correct codes for the import/export of components
• Maintain and update the Approved Supplier List (ASL) to include Non-Disclosure Agreements. Must be able to ensure all appropriate forms/data meets the ASL requirements
• Back up for Vendor On-Time Report. 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 for Purchasing Supervisor, Senior Buyer or other Buyer(s) as needed
• Sign off on ECN's as needed
• Assist the controller in setting annual material standard cost updates
• Comply with company, quality and safety standards, policies, and procedures

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.

Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree and or APICS/ASCM certification
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated purchasing and supplier management background.
• Experience in planning and scheduling techniques to drive on time delivery to Customers.
• 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

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.

We work to create a culture that is built on innovation, respect, transparency and communication, and hope you take pride in being a member of our team. It is Cirtec's goal to create a great work environment and to keep the company a great place to work. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. Our benefits include Training and career development, Healthcare and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, Paid Time Off and 401(k) retirement savings with a company match.