Buyer Planner

KARL STORZ SE & Co. KG; Auburn (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Dental / Vision

3 weeks vacation accrual

Parental leave

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

KARL STORZ North America is seeking a Buyer Planner based in Auburn, MA. The role ensures finished goods inventory coverage and supply planning for a diverse product portfolio sourced from KARL STORZ manufacturing sites.

You will partner with Demand Planning, Marketing, and Product Management to align demand with supply, manage POs, and support quality and accounts payable processes. The role emphasizes compliance with FDA 21 CFR 820 and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or 8 years of directly related experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop demand and supply plans with cross-functional teams.
• Create purchase orders with suppliers, considering lead times and discounts.
• Verify supplier acknowledgment and pricing on POs.
• Communicate with suppliers to expedite or de-expedite orders as needed.
• Collaborate with Transportation, Warehouse and Quality on shipments and inspections.
• Support Accounts Payable with invoice discrepancies.
• Communicate product availability and lifecycle needs with Marketing and Product Management.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Math skills

Written and verbal communication

Computer and systems proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP experience

MRP systems

Job description

At KARL STORZ, we believe in not just creating jobs
but building careers. As a family-run company,
we understand the value of long-term relationships and
actively work on promoting them.
When YOU grow, we grow.

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

The Buyer Planner is responsible for Finished Goods inventory management and supply planning activities for an assigned portfolio of products, most of which are sourced from KARL STORZ manufacturing sites. This mid-level Supply Planning role is focused on ensuring the Right Product is in the Right Place, at the Right Time, at the Right Cost, from the Right Supplier - managing all supply planning activities to maintain appropriate stock coverage levels that deliver the highest level of customer service while meeting the Company's inventory priorities and goals.

This role is based in our Auburn, MA facility.

What You'll Do

• Partner with Demand Planning, Marketing, and Product Management to develop demand and supply plans
• Create purchase orders with suppliers, factoring in established order-to-delivery lead times, volume discounts, and effective order handling quantities
• Verify supplier acknowledgment of orders, including their ability to deliver as requested and at the price and terms listed on the PO
• Communicate with suppliers to expedite or de-expedite order deliveries as demand patterns shift
• Collaborate with Transportation and Warehouse Inbound teams to resolve transportation delays, shipment errors, and receiving discrepancies
• Work with Quality on non-conforming product and "First Article" inspections
• Support Accounts Payable in researching and resolving invoice discrepancies
• Communicate with Marketing and Product Management on product availability issues and lifecycle management
• Partner with Customer Service to resolve sales order entry errors
• Follow FDA Rules, Regulations, and Guidance for 21CFR820 as it applies to purchasing and related activities, and support the Quality Management System
• Identify and initiate continuous improvement ideas to boost efficiency, improve service levels, and reduce waste

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in a related field; in lieu of a degree, 8 years of directly related work experience is required
• A minimum of 2-4 years of relevant experience with direct or transferable skills
• Strong computer and systems skills
• Solid analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and math skills
• Above-average written and verbal communication skills

What Will Make You Successful

• Ability to handle multiple priorities and transition easily between topics
• Results-oriented and self-motivated, with strong time management skills
• Ability to adapt and demonstrate flexibility in managing changing priorities and work situations
• Strong multicultural, cross-functional communication skills, along with financial and business acumen
• Bachelor's degree with 4 years of related experience is a plus
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, with an advanced skill level in Excel, is a plus
• Familiarity with Material Resource Planning systems and SAP experience is a plus

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.

MA Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

• 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 acondition 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.