Buyer I

Beckman Coulter Diagnostics; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care programs

Paid time off

Remote work arrangement

Job summary

Beckman Coulter Diagnostics is hiring a Buyer I for on-site procurement responsibilities in Miami. The Buyer will manage inventory control, supplier relationships, and purchasing decisions to support site production goals. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree and 2+ years in procurement, or a Master's degree. Experience with Oracle MRP software is preferred. The position includes competitive benefits and is eligible for a remote work arrangement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of experience in procurement.
• Familiarity with inventory targets and PPV/MUV.
• Ability to analyze demand data effectively.

Responsibilities

• Uphold inventory targets and ensure material availability.
• Drive purchasing decisions through data analysis.
• Manage vendor relationships and champion preferred suppliers.

Skills

Tactical procurement

Supplier management

Inventory control

Analytical skills

Oracle MRP software

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Bring more to life.

Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Beckman Coulter Diagnostics, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.

You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. By harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.

As a global leader in clinical diagnostics, Beckman Coulter Diagnostics has challenged convention to elevate the diagnostic laboratory’s role in improving patient health for more than 90 years. Our diagnostic solutions are used in routine and complex clinical testing, in hospitals, reference and research laboratories, and physician offices worldwide. Every hour around the world, more than one million tests are run on Beckman Coulter Diagnostics systems, impacting 1.2 billion patients and more than three million clinicians per year. From uncovering the next clinical breakthrough, to rapid and reliable sample analysis, to more rigorous decision making—we are enabling clinicians to deliver the best possible care to their patients with improved efficiency, clinical confidence, adaptive collaboration, and accelerated intelligence.

Position Overview

The Buyer I for Beckman Coulter Diagnostics is responsible for tactical procurement, inventory control, and supplier management. This position reports to the Procurement Manager and is part of the Supply Chain Department located in Miami and will be an on-site role.

In This Role, You Will Have The Opportunity To

• Take ownership and uphold all corporate and site/department-specific physical and financial inventory targets while ensuring material availability in support of site production goals.
• Drive the analysis and review of demand data to support purchasing and planning decisions both short and long term to ensure continuity of supply.
• Identify potential savings opportunities and lead cross-functional initiatives to achieve Purchase Price Variance financial goals, improve inventory performance and drive positive cash flow by expanding our Kanban program, adjusting safety stocks, and improving lead times.
• Manage vendor relationships to develop and champion characteristics of preferred suppliers.
• Maintain conformance to all Beckman Coulter policies and practices in an FDA regulated environment and provide guidance to junior associates.

The Essential Requirements Of The Job Include

• A minimum of a Bachelors’ degree with 2+ years of experience in a tactical or strategic procurement role, or a master’s degree.
• Experience supporting PPV, MUV, and inventory targets.
• Familiarity with Oracle or similar MRP software navigation within the procurement.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in

• Leading or participating in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Supporting the establishment of or having a working familiarity with Kanban systems.

Benefits & Remote Work

Beckman Coulter Diagnostics offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives, including health care programs and paid time off.

The position is eligible for a remote work arrangement, with additional information provided by your interview team.

Equal Opportunity

Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact 1-202-419-7762 or [e-mail].