Buyer

RXinsider LTD.; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Health savings account

401k plan

Learning opportunities

Employee referral program

Team events

Job summary

Medisca is a global provider of pharmaceutical ingredients, analytical testing, and related services. The Indirect Buyer role supports day-to-day operations by sourcing indirect goods, managing suppliers, and processing purchase orders to maintain smooth production and compliance.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in purchasing or procurement, strong negotiation and Excel skills, and the ability to collaborate across departments while adhering to corporate policies.

Qualifications

• Diploma or college degree in Business Administration, Procurement, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or a related administrative role.
• Understanding of procurement principles, supplier management, and purchasing processes.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage purchase orders for indirect spend categories based on requirements.
• Communicate with suppliers to ensure smooth operations and timely deliveries.
• Notify stakeholders of delivery delays or issues impacting production or testing schedules.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and contractual obligations.
• Resolve material shortages and invoice issues with accounts payable.
• Review open purchase orders and take appropriate actions.
• Report Quality Control or Quality Assurance concerns to suppliers.
• Collaborate with internal teams to meet purchasing needs and maintain records.

Skills

Procurement

Supplier management

Negotiation

Data analysis

Communication

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

ERP systems

Syspro

MRP systems

Job description

Medisca is a global company leveraging strong partnerships to serve healthcare professionals across diverse wellness disciplines. Offering extensive and essential solutions - including pharmaceutical ingredients and service, mixing technology manufacturing, analytical testing, and education – Medisca is bridging the gaps in healthcare with an unwavering commitment to precision, innovation, and societal impact.

The Indirect Buyer works closely with the Indirect Procurement Manager to support the sourcing, purchasing, and management of indirect goods and services required for the company's day-to-day operations. This includes categories such as office supplies, packaging materials, production support supplies, marketing materials, and other non-production-related purchases. The role is responsible for ensuring timely procurement, maintaining supplier relationships, monitoring inventory levels, processing purchase orders, and supporting cost-saving initiatives while ensuring compliance with company procurement policies and procedures.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Create and manage purchase orders for indirect spend categories based on requirements.
• Communicate and collaborate closely with suppliers to a ensure smooth operations without delays.
• Communicate any delivery delays to or issues to stakeholders that could impact the master production or laboratory testing schedules.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procurement procedures, and contractual obligations.
• Address and resolve any material shortages, discrepancies, or invoice issues with accounts payable.
• Conduct periodic reviews of open purchase orders and take appropriate actions.
• Communicate any Quality Control or Quality Assurance concerns, including material rejections, to relevant suppliers.
• Collaborate with internal departments to understand purchasing requirements and ensure business needs are met.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, contracts, and supplier documentation.
• Identify and communicate areas for improvement externally with vendors and internally within the department.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Diploma or college degree in Business Administration, Procurement, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or a related administrative role.
• Understanding of procurement principles, supplier management, and purchasing processes.
• Knowledge of inventory management and supply chain best practices is considered an asset.
• Experience working with AI and technology to enhance efficiencies (considered an asset)
• Knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Outlook, Teams and Excel) required.
• A collaborator with effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with diligence.
• Proficient in using SRP/ERP/MRP systems (Syspro an asset)
• Hands-on, prioritize tasks, eager to accept challenges and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to track, to drive results and to take accountability, able to build positive relationships with ease and influence at all levels.
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Proven ability to apply good judgement, ethical practice, and decision-making.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills

What’s in it for you…

We invest time and resources into making sure Medisca is as good as the people we hire.

• Work/Life Balance – PTO, vacation policy and paid statutory holidays
• Invest in your health – Group Benefit plan and health savings account
• Your Future is Bright – Opportunities to learn and grow within Medisca
• Save for your Future – Medisca contributes to a 401k plan when you invest in the plan
• Help us grow – Employee Referral Program
• We like to have fun – company events throughout the year

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer.