Buyer

Bausch + Lomb; Kirkwood (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Bausch + Lomb is seeking a Buyer to secure reliable, cost-effective raw materials and components for our manufacturing operations. You will develop category-wide procurement strategies, negotiate terms with global and regional suppliers, and monitor market trends to drive cost improvements.

Working cross-functionally with engineering, R&D, production and quality teams, you will ensure supplier performance, compliance with regulatory standards, and alignment with our mission to protect and

Qualifications

• 2+ years procurement experience in direct materials or regulated manufacturing.
• Experience with MRP systems, supplier management, and cost analysis.
• Excellent project management and ability to manage multiple initiatives.
• Willingness to travel 10–20% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for assigned categories.
• Negotiate contracts with global and regional suppliers.
• Monitor market trends and provide insights for cost optimization.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering, R&D, production, and quality teams on cost improvements.

Skills

MRP systems

Supplier relationship management

Contract negotiations

Project management

Data analysis

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Master's degree is a plus

Tools

AS400

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Bausch + Lomb (NYSE/TSX: BLCO) is a leading global eye health company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people around the worldfrom the moment of birth through every phase of life. Our mission is simple, yet powerful: helping you see better, to live better.

Our comprehensive portfolio of over 400 products is fully integrated and built to serve our customers across the full spectrum of their eye health needs throughout their lives. Our iconic brand is built on the deep trust and loyalty of our customers established over our 170-year history. We have a significant global research, development, manufacturing and commercial footprint of approximately 13,000 employees and a presence in approximately 100 countries, extending our reach to billions of potential customers across the globe. We have long been associated with many of the most significant advances in eye health, and we believe we are well positioned to continue leading the advancement of eye health in the future.

Objective:

The Buyer plays a critical role in ensuring the reliable, cost-effective, and sustainable supply of raw materials and components essential to the companys manufacturing operations. This position is responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies for assigned categories, balancing quality, cost, and delivery performance to support production and innovation goals. The Buyer also manages supplier relationships and drives continuous improvement in supply chain performance. Working cross-functionally with internal stakeholders, this role supports demand planning, contract negotiations, and mitigates supply risks, contributing directly to operational efficiency, supply continuity, and cost optimization.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for assigned categories and services.
• Assist in negotiating contracts with global and regional suppliers, including pricing, terms and conditions, volume commitments, and service-level agreements.
• Monitor category market trends (feedstocks, supply/demand, pricing, sustainability) and provide insights and recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with Bausch + Lomb procurement policies, ethical standards, and applicable regulatory and sustainability requirements (e.g. recycled content, circular economy, REACH/ROHS, ISO 9001/13485, etc.).
• Collaborate with engineering, R&D, production, and quality teams on new product introduction (NPI), changeovers, material qualification, and cost improvement projects.
• Lead and/or support projects within assigned procurement categories.
• Deliver established cost savings targets through competitive bidding processes and effective negotiation of supplier agreements while managing supply-related costs and ensuring contract compliance.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate supplier-related risks affecting cost, quality, delivery, and supply continuity.
• Perform end-to-end sourcing and procurement activities in support of major initiatives, including stakeholder requirements analysis, bidder identification, RFP/RFQ development, competitive bidding, supplier selection, contract negotiation, risk mitigation, supply continuity planning, and supplier performance management.
• Cultivate and maintain strategic supplier relationships to support alignment with Bausch + Lomb's business objectives.
• Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, production capabilities, and capacity.

Core Competencies:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Self-motivated and adaptable, with the ability to lead through change and drive results.
• Demonstrated analytical mindset with the ability to leverage data and market insights to support informed decision-making.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Ability to work independently while anticipating changing business, project, and supplier needs.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Experience with MRP systems, supplier relationship management, and critical-thinking/problem-solving skills.
• 2+ years of procurement experience supporting direct materials, strategic sourcing, supplier management, or related functions, preferably within a medical device or regulated manufacturing environment.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills with the ability to evaluate supplier quotations, contracts, and cost structures.
• Experience with contract negotiations, supplier development, and global sourcing is preferred.
• Knowledge of raw material trends and regulatory/sustainability issues is a plus.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required (typically 10% to 20%) for supplier meetings, audits, and business reviews.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• AS400 experience
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred; Master's degree is a plus.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives. They may also be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, disability and life insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, a tuition reimbursement program (select degrees), company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive sick time, floating holidays and paid vacation.

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