Buyer/Planner

Marmon Holdings; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

MicroAire Surgical Instruments LLC, part of Marmon Holdings and Berkshire Hathaway-backed, seeks a Buyer/Planner in Charlottesville, VA to oversee procurement, planning, and fulfillment of materials for medical device manufacturing. You will manage supplier relationships and balance cost, delivery, and compliance.

The role requires 3–5 years of experience, ERP/MRP proficiency, and strong analytical skills. You will optimize inventory, issue purchase orders, and collaborate with Quality,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Finance, Systems Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field, plus 3+ years of procurement/planning experience.
• APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM/CSCP or equivalent) preferred.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other MS Office apps.

Responsibilities

• Identify, qualify, develop, and manage suppliers to ensure material supply meeting quality and production needs.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery, and terms in support of sourcing strategies.
• Maintain planning parameters and optimize inventory, service levels, and material availability using ERP/MRP.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Systems/SCM

APICS/ASCM certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

MicroAire Surgical Instruments LLC

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings-which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway- you'll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We're committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone's empowered to be their best.

The Buyer/Planner is responsible for the efficient and effective planning, procurement, and fulfillment of materials required for the manufacture of MicroAire medical devices. This role manages supplier relationships, optimizes inventory and material planning processes, analyzes supply chain performance data, and collaborates cross-functionally to ensure uninterrupted production while balancing quality, cost, delivery, and compliance requirements.

Under broad supervision, responsible for procurement of assigned items and executing buying strategies in accordance with agreed upon material buying plans at the optimum cost/quality relationship. Analyzes market and industry conditions and develops supply recommendations. Interviews sales representatives and vendors. Role typically requires between 3 and 5 years of experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Supplier Management and Strategic Sourcing

• Identify, qualify, develop, and manage suppliers to ensure a continuous supply of materials that meet quality and production requirements.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery, and contractual terms in support of sourcing strategies and business objectives.
• Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities while maintaining quality and service expectations.
• Monitor supplier performance and develop corrective action plans to improve quality, delivery, and responsiveness.
• Effectively manage and communicate supplier-related changes across the organization.

Material Planning and Inventory Management

• Utilize ERP systems to maintain planning parameters and optimize inventory, service levels, and material availability.
• Analyze demand signals and validate material requirements to ensure accurate planning and procurement.
• Create, maintain, and manage purchase orders and supplier schedules.
• Adjust supplier delivery plans and planning parameters to align with changing business requirements.
• Coordinate outside processing activities including heat treating, laser marking, anodizing, passivation, sterilization, and other subcontract services.

Quality and Compliance Support

• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and suppliers to investigate nonconformances and implement corrective actions.
• Review Document Change Orders (DCOs) and ensure timely implementation of supply chain impacts.
• Adhere to company policies, CGMP requirements, ISO standards, and regulatory requirements.

Data Analysis and Continuous Improvement

• Collect, organize, and analyze supply chain data to improve key performance indicators such as supplier quality, on-time delivery, purchase price variance, and inventory turns.
• Develop analytical reports and utilize tools such as Excel Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP functions, and ERP reporting tools to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Recommend and implement process improvements that enhance operational efficiency and supply chain performance.

Cross-Functional Collaboration and Communication

• Work closely with Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, Product Management, Sales, Marketing, and supplier partners to resolve issues and execute solutions.
• Participate on project development teams as needed.
• Coordinate with Production, Receiving, and Receiving Inspection to ensure material availability and address shortages.
• Serve as a member of the Material Review Board to resolve material and product discrepancies.

General Responsibilities

• Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Procure services and supplies for non-production business needs.
• Support departmental objectives and strategic initiatives.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Finance, Systems Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, plus at least three (3) years of related supply chain experience in procurement, planning, materials management/control, or similar functions with an ERP/MRP system for planning, purchasing and inventory management; or a total of at least five (5) years of related experience in these functions in lieu of a bachelor's degree.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred

• Medical device, regulated manufacturing, or healthcare industry experience.
• APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM, CSCP, or equivalent).
• Knowledge of ISO 13485, ISO 9001, FDA regulations, RoHS, Conflict Minerals, EU MDR/MDD, and related compliance requirements.
• Experience with supplier performance management and strategic sourcing initiati