Associate Buyer

Mirion Technologies; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & PTO Time

Health, dental and vision coverage

401(k) with matching

HSA and FSA options

Life and disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness resources

Job summary

Mirion Technologies, a global leader in radiation safety, seeks an Associate Buyer in Connecticut to support day-to-day purchasing activities and supplier relations. You will process requisitions and orders, track status, and help maintain accurate data under guidance from Procurement leadership.

Ideal candidates hold a related degree and 0–2 years in procurement or supply chain, with SAP and MS Excel proficiency. Travel up to 5% may be required as part of supplier engagements.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field.
• 0-2 years of procurement, materials management, or supply chain experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Review and process purchase requisitions and orders for approved suppliers with accuracy and policy compliance.
• Follow up with suppliers on acknowledgments, delivery dates, and shipment status.
• Assist Buyer with quotes and price comparisons from approved suppliers.
• Aid in supplier communications and escalate delays or quality issues.
• Collaborate with A/P and Materials to resolve invoices, pricing, and receiving discrepancies.

Skills

Data analysis

Verbal & written comms

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Education

Supply chain degree

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

Job description

As a global leader in radiation safety, detection and measurement, Mirion Technologies is advancing radiation safety through innovative technologies and solutions.

The Associate Buyer supports the procurement process by preparing and processing purchase requisitions and orders, tracking order status, and maintaining accurate purchasing data. Working under the guidance of the Buyer and Procurement leadership, the candidate will assist with day-to-day purchasing activities, help resolve routine supplier issues, and build a foundation in supplier management and cost-saving practices.

Essential Duties

• Review and process purchase requisitions and purchase orders for approved suppliers, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Follow up with suppliers to confirm order acknowledgments, delivery dates, and shipment status.
• Support the Buyer in obtaining quotes and comparing pricing from approved suppliers.
• Assist with routine supplier communications and elevate delivery delays or quality concerns to the Buyer.
• Work with A/P and the Materials team to resolve invoices, pricing, and receiving discrepancies.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand material needs and help ensure timely availability.
• Assist in tracking supplier performance data, such as on-time delivery and quality metrics, and preparing basic reports.
• Support lean initiatives such as kanban and min/max replenishment by maintaining accurate order and inventory data.
• Prepare and maintain purchasing records in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Maintain the supplier master and all purchasing data in the ERP system.

Essential Requirements

• Working knowledge of inventory management systems or ERP software; SAP experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of lean manufacturing principles.
• Ability to organize and analyze data and identify basic trends.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to problem-solve.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.

Additional Requirements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and other relevant software tools.
• Progress towards or interest in supply chain certifications such as APICS CPIM or CSCP is a plus.
• Occasional travel may be required (up to 5%).

Education & Experience Requirements

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field, or a combination of education and experience.
• 0-2 years of experience or more in procurement, materials management, or supply chain roles.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred but not required

Mirion offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Vacation & PTO Time, medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching, HSA and FSA options, life and disability insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, wellness resources, and several voluntary benefits including legal assistance, identity protection, and pet insurance.