Buyer II

OP Specialty Bracing; Stoughton (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance and AD&D

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Job summary

OP Specialty Bracing is seeking a Buyer II to support patient care, manufacturing operations, and business continuity through timely procurement of clinical products, raw materials, and services. You will collaborate across clinicians, fabrication locations, Finance, Quality, Operations, Engineering, and suppliers to meet quality, cost, and service expectations.

Responsibilities include reviewing requisitions, creating POs, tracking lead times and delivery, resolving issues with suppliers,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent combination of education and 3+ years of purchasing experience.
• Experience purchasing materials or services in a regulated medical/healthcare environment is preferred.
• Knowledge of ISO 13485, FDA requirements or supplier documentation helpful.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Strong organizational, prioritization and data management skills.

Responsibilities

• Purchase assigned raw materials, clinical products, indirect materials and supplies.
• Review requisitions, validate requirements, and create purchase orders in ERP.
• Monitor open POs, lead times, pricing and order quantities for timely fulfillment.
• Resolve supply, pricing, quality, and delivery issues with suppliers and stakeholders.
• Maintain item master data, supplier info, and purchasing records in ERP systems.
• Communicate product availability, pricing discrepancies, and delivery status with internal teams and suppliers.
• Support supplier evaluation and performance monitoring activities.
• Assist with inventory control, cycle counts, and physical inventory.
• Investigate invoice discrepancies with Finance; support cost-saving initiatives.
• Contribute to purchasing projects and process improvements.

Skills

Procurement

Supply chain

Regulated environment

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

Tools

NetSuite

Business Central

Athena

Nymbl

Job description

OP Specialty Bracing is growing, and we believe our team is the key to our success. We are hiring a Buyer II to join our team. If you are a motivated, caring individual who wants to make a difference in the lives of children, we encourage you to.

Position Summary:

Buyer II plays a critical role in supporting patient care, manufacturing operations, and business continuity by ensuring the timely procurement of clinical products, raw materials, supplies, and services. This position partners closely with clinicians, fabrication locations, Finance, Quality, Operations, Engineering, and suppliers to maintain a reliable supply chain while meeting quality, cost, compliance, and service expectations.

Responsibilities:

• Purchase assigned raw materials, clinical products, indirect production materials, plant supplies, stocking orders, and new product support items in accordance with company procedures.
• Review approved requisitions and clinician requests, validate purchasing requirements, and create accurate purchase orders within designated business systems.
• Monitor open purchase orders, supplier confirmations, lead times, delivery schedules, pricing, and order quantities to ensure timely fulfillment and uninterrupted operations.
• Identify and proactively resolve supply, pricing, quality, and delivery issues by coordinating with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate item master data, supplier information, purchasing records, and related documentation within ERP and business systems.
• Communicate professionally with suppliers, clinicians, clinics, fabrication locations, Finance, Quality, and internal stakeholders regarding product availability, pricing, quantity discrepancies, delivery status, and issue resolution.
• Support supplier evaluation and performance monitoring activities by tracking service levels, quality metrics, and delivery performance.
• Assist with inventory control efforts, cycle counts, and physical inventory activities to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Partner with Finance to investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, pricing variances, and purchase order matching exceptions
• Support purchasing projects, process improvements, cost-saving initiatives, and other tasks assigned by the Purchasing Manager.
• Complete assigned tasks accurately and on time with minimal supervision while maintaining attention to detail in a regulated environment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education/Experience:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and 3+ years of relevant purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or regulated-industry experience may be considered.
• Experience purchasing materials, supplies, products, or services in a regulated, medical device, healthcare, manufacturing, or similar environment.
• Working knowledge of ISO 13485, FDA requirements, quality system expectations, or supplier documentation requirements preferred for regulated environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, problem-solving, and multitasking skills with the ability to manage multiple open orders and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with external suppliers.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accurate data management, documentation, and recordkeeping.

Preferred:

• Experience with ERP, purchasing, inventory, or clinical business systems such as NetSuite, Business Central, Athena, Nymbl, or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with purchase order management, supplier follow-up, inventory control, invoice resolution, and continuous improvement practices.

*This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, qualifications, or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the primary activities and requirements of the role, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.

Benefits Offered for Eligible Employees:

• Vision Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Company Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer:

OPSB is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.

#LP

At OP Specialty Bracing, kids are at the heart of everything we do. Our cause is simple: to improve the lives of children with orthopedic conditions and support their families every step of the way. From fractures and clubfoot to cerebral palsy, scoliosis, plagiocephaly, limb loss, and more, our certified clinical team treats the whole child in partnership with their care team. Helping kids is what we do; changing their lives is how we make a difference.

OPSB offers specialized pediatric clinics across the country, including in major children's hospitals, ensuring that every child gets top-notch, kid-focused care. Our pediatric focus means that all our resources, from products to educational videos and print materials, are designed specifically towards the treatment of kids. With a growing library of resources and patient stories, we make the transition to treatment easier for families.

We're not just providing care-we're pioneering it! Our team is constantly developing new, cutting-edge solutions in pediatric orthotics and prosthetics, because we believe every child deserves the very best. At OP Specialty Bracing, pediatric care is not just something we do- it's our passion, our purpose, and our promise to the kids we serve.