Associate MRO Buyer

KARL STORZ SE & Co. KG; Auburn (MA); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Dental / Vision including a)

Tuition reimbursement

3 weeks vacation accrual for full time

Parental leave (up to 8 weeks)

401(k) with company match

Flexible Spending Accounts

HSA with company contributions

Life, STD & LTD Insurance

Tuition pre-imbursement

Fitness reimbursement

Pet insurance

Job summary

KARL STORZ SE & Co. KG in Auburn, MA is seeking an Associate MRO Buyer to support indirect procurement, supplier management, and inventory planning. This entry-level role focuses on ensuring continuity of supply, accurate purchasing data, and cost-saving initiatives while collaborating with experienced buyers.

The position is on-site in Auburn, MA with occasional travel to supplier sites. Salary ranges from $58,800 to $76,300 per year, and the role offers growth in procurement and process

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• 0-2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, operations, inventory planning, or a related business function.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Experience with SAP or a similar ERP/MRP system preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and create purchase orders for expense and capital purchases while ensuring timely supplier communication.
• Monitor inventory levels, manage replenishment activities, and maintain accurate purchasing data within SAP.
• Support supplier onboarding, vendor master data management, and Approved Supplier List (ASL) administration.
• Partner with Accounts Payable, Receiving, Warehouse, and suppliers to resolve purchasing, delivery, and invoice-related issues.
• Assist with supplier performance monitoring, sourcing initiatives, and implementation of cost savings projects.
• Administer blanket purchase orders, service agreements, and recurring MRO purchases that support operational continuity.
• Prepare reports, analyze purchasing data, and support procurement process improvements and compliance activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

At KARL STORZ, we take pride in helping patients
through some of the toughest journeys of their lives.
We are making contributions that matter.
Regardless of your role, YOU improve patients’ lives every day

Get to know us and join our teamas

Associate MRO Buyer

Job Function: Supply Chain & Procurement

From the operating room to surgery centers—and everywhere in between—KARL STORZ North America is a global leader in medical technology and advanced visualization solutions. We design specialty innovations, smart instruments and devices, integrated ecosystems, and intelligent imaging—to build a more connected, software-enabled operating room.

As an independent, family-owned MedTech company, we ambitiously think in generations instead of quarters to improve patients’ lives around the world.

About the Role

KARL STORZ is seeking an Associate MRO Buyer to support indirect procurement and supplier management activities across our operations. This entry-level purchasing role offers an excellent opportunity to build expertise in procurement, supplier relations, sourcing, inventory management, and business process improvement while working alongside experienced purchasing professionals. You will play a key role in ensuring continuity of supply, maintaining accurate purchasing and supplier data, supporting cost savings initiatives, and providing exceptional service to internal stakeholders across the organization.

This role will be an on-site positin based out of our Auburn, MA location. Compensation for this position falls between $58,800 - 76,300. Occasional travel to KARL STORZ and supplier sites may be required.

What You'll Do

• Process purchase requisitions and create purchase orders for expense and capital purchases while ensuring timely supplier communication.
• Monitor inventory levels, manage replenishment activities, and maintain accurate purchasing data within SAP.
• Support supplier onboarding, vendor master data management, and Approved Supplier List (ASL) administration.
• Partner with Accounts Payable, Receiving, Warehouse, and suppliers to resolve purchasing, delivery, and invoice-related issues.
• Assist with supplier performance monitoring, sourcing initiatives, and implementation of cost savings projects.
• Administer blanket purchase orders, service agreements, and recurring MRO purchases that support operational continuity.
• Prepare reports, analyze purchasing data, and support procurement process improvements and compliance activities.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• 0-2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, operations, inventory planning, or a related business function.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Experience with SAP or a similar ERP/MRP system preferred.

Nice to Have

• Experience with supply chain analysis, Tableau, or data reporting tools.
• Knowledge of ISO 13485 or regulated manufacturing environments.
• Experience in the medical device industry.

What Will Make You Successful

• A customer-focused mindset and ability to build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate purchasing and supplier data.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Initiative to identify process improvement and cost savings opportunities.
• Eagerness to learn procurement, sourcing, supplier management, and inventory planning best practices.
• Collaborative approach to problem-solving and supporting cross-functional business partners.

Why KARL STORZ?

Join KARL STORZ and be part of a team creating medical innovations that truly make a difference. Beyond technology, you'll be part of a culture that values talent as its greatest asset, empowering you to contribute to a mission that improves patient care worldwide.

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• Medical / Dental / Vision including a state-of-the-art wellness program and access to pet insurance, too!
• 3 weeks vacation accrual for full time roles,* paid holidays plus paid sick time too
• Up to 8 weeks of 100% paid company parental leave; includes maternal/ paternal leave, adoption, and fostering of a child.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan providing a match of 66.67% (4%) of the employee’s first 6% contribution (up to IRS limits)
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts
• HSA Savings Accounts with company contribution
• Life, STD & LTD Insurance
• We prepay your tuition up to $5,250 per year! - Tuition pre-imbursement
• Fitness reimbursement of up to $200 annually
• And much more!
  * Field sales, internships, and roles that are regularly scheduled to work less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for vacation, except where required by law.
  Non-employees, including temporary workers and consultants, are not eligible to participate in the KARL STORZ benefits program.
  KARL STORZ reserves the right to change or modify the employee’s job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship. Additionally, KARL STORZ, through its supervisors, may require an employee to perform duties outside their normal description within the sole discretion of the supervisor. Employees must comply will all applicable KARL STORZ policies and procedures.

KARL STORZ is committed to maintaining a safe work environment for our employees and customers. Most field-based roles at KARL STORZ require hospital credentialing/health screens as a condition of employment. Credentialing can include required vaccinations, health screens & other requirements as outlined by our customers. During the interview process, we encourage you to askhow credentialing/health screens may impact the role you are seeking and if you require any reasonable accommodations regarding these requirements.