Buyer (Billerica, MA)

LAB Medical Manufacturing, Inc.

ISO 13485 registered manufacturer of Orthopedic Medical Instruments has opening for:

Buyer/Senior Buyer

Role Objective

Leads the raw material and procurement functions in the organization. Plans, prepares, issues, and controls materials requirements and purchases to support the continuous flow and delivery of products to the customer at the highest quality and lowest cost. In addition, participates in continuous improvement activities including, but not limited to, forecasting, materials planning, control, and inventory management.

Primary Responsibilities

· Identifies raw material requirements for production from engineering, planning, and production specifications and schedules.

· Prepares and place all purchase orders for the materials and components or parts based on a master production schedule, and inventory requirements.

· Analyzes inventory usage and scrap and coordinates appropriate corrective actions.

· Schedules all required services as per engineering and quality department specifications.

· Assists management in resolving problems concerning over-shipments, shortages, engineering changes, and order cancellations.

· Advises management of issues with material availability and potential production problems, coordinating appropriate corrective actions when necessary.

· Ensures ISO compliance for all processes related to buying and planning.

· Participates in long-term process and system changes to improve the planning and execution of orders while minimizing plant inventory.

· Leads the facility in the annual physical inventory.

General Education & Background Requirements

· Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

· Excellent computer and project management skills.

· BS or BA in Business, Technical, or Materials Management preferred.

· 5–10 years of experience providing thorough knowledge of purchasing and planning activities and the use of computerized MRP systems.

· Exposure to ISO 13485 quality management standards.

· Good understanding of the connections between inventory control, planning, and procurement relative to material requirements and planning.

LAB Medical offers a team-oriented work environment. Our employees enjoy competitive wages, and a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, STD, LTD, Life Insurance, paid time off and 401K with match