Sr. Buyer at Tecomet Inc United Kingdom

Wilmington, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Inventory Management, Procurement, ERP Tools, Negotiation, Analytical Skills, Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Lean Principles, Continuous Improvement, Relationship Building, SIOP, MRP, Risk Assessment, Data Integrity, Supplier Management, Forecasting

Industry

Medical Device

Description

POSITION SUMMARY Effectively manage inventory levels to meet production plans and operational requirements while achieving established financial targets. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES * Establish an inventory strategy for raw material supply to support the SIOP process. * Plan and procure raw materials to support plant operations. * Monitor raw material procurement strategy to support LTA agreements. * Develop and manage appropriate inventory levels for key production commodities to maintain the uninterrupted flow throughout the supply chain. * Utilize ERP tools to make informed data-driven purchasing decisions. * Coordinate outside services processing schedules. Manage spend vs. budget. * Develop and negotiate LTA and/or Supply Agreements to enhance supply stability/efficiency. * Work directly with planners and manufacturing on any potential material delays, supplier disruptions, inventory discrepancies, etc. * Collaborate directly with suppliers on purchasing initiatives, process improvement metrics, and relationship building. * Provide key suppliers with a 15-18 month rolling forecast. * Support management with risk assessment and mitigation activities. * Apply Lean and Continuous Improvement principles to improve processes and achieve key performance indicators. * Track and monitor supplier delivery performance. * Maintain data integrity of purchasing records in ERP software and network files. * Additional duties as requested by management. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED * Bachelor’s degree and at least 5+ year of progressively responsible purchasing responsibilities. * Knowledge of SIOP, ERP, and MRP concepts and applications. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED * Ability to lead, build relationships and influence an audience of peers and upper management. * Ability to effectively present information and convey a clear message * Strong analytical and critical thinking skills * Strong negotiation skills * Ability to multi-task * Team oriented EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION PREFERRED * CPIM, CSCP, OR CPM Certification preferred Travel: This position will support 3 sites that are in the Wilmington, Woburn areas. There will be local travel to these sites as needed. Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities Americans with Disabilities Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

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Responsibilities

The Sr. Buyer is responsible for managing inventory levels to meet production plans and operational requirements while achieving financial targets. This includes establishing inventory strategies, planning and procuring raw materials, and collaborating with suppliers and internal teams to ensure supply chain efficiency.