Buyer/Planner, Sr. (Temp)

Terumo Neuro; Aliso Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Terumo Neuro in California seeks a Sr. Buyer/Planner (Temp) to manage global raw material procurement and align purchases with the master schedule. You will coordinate PO placement, supplier relations, and issue resolution to ensure on-time production.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree, 5+ years in procurement, and experience with SAP/MRP systems. This temporary role offers exposure to a leading medical device company and opportunities to drive process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Minimum of five years of relevant procurement experience.
• Experience using SAP or related MRP system.
• Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP, BOM and planning.
• Lean principles and supply chain management experience.
• Understanding of manufacturing, purchasing, scheduling, and planning processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to solve problems and work independently in a dynamic environment.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, Access, Teams, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Perform and coordinate global procurement of raw material to meet master schedule and customer orders.
• Place POs and reschedule raw material with Supply Planning to meet production plan.
• Establish and maintain supplier relations and partnerships.
• Analyze manufacturing data to inform production decisions.
• Identify and implement cost savings opportunities.
• Review POs and requisitions; manage procurement policies and risks.
• Serve as key contact for requesters, managers, and suppliers.
• Prioritize tasks and progress critical projects despite limited time/resources.
• Resolve supplier quality, pricing, and delivery issues.
• Interface with Accounts Payable to resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Lead process improvements and mentor peers.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Planning & scheduling

Lean principles

Supply chain mgmt

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related area

APICS certification

Tools

SAP

MRP systems

MS Word

Excel

Access

Outlook

Teams

Job description

13577BR

Job Description:

Perform and coordinate the global procurement of raw material for specific product lines to meet master schedule and customer order requirements. Mainly responsible for strategic purchasing of raw material to optimize inventory management. Job duties:

• Work closely with Supply Planning to place Purchase Orders and reschedule raw material to meet production plan and optimize inventory.

• Establish and maintain supplier relations and partnerships.

• Collect, analyze, and interpret manufacturing data to make decisions that may impact production, staff, or processes.

• Identify and implement cost savings/cost avoidance opportunities.

• Review and process purchase requisitions and purchase orders and implement procurement strategies, policies, and procedures while successfully managing risks.

• Serve as the key point-of-contact for authorized requesters, managers, and suppliers to troubleshoot and resolve purchase requisition and purchase order issues.

• Prioritize own assignments while focusing on key tasks despite limited time and resources.

• Resolve quality, pricing, and delivery issues with suppliers.

• Interface with Accounts Payable and internal customers to resolve invoice and receiving discrepancies.

• Possess the ability to maintain projects and critical tasks progressing when delays or problems occur.

• Accept the responsibility of a leadership role in improving processes.

• Work under minimal supervision while assisting less experienced peers.

• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in a related area.

2. Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience.

3. Experience using SAP or related MRP system.

4. Strong Knowledge of ERP/MRP Systems, BOM and planning skills.

5. Tactical experience with lean principles and supply chain management including material flow and delivery applications.

6. Good understanding of manufacturing, purchasing, scheduling, and planning processes.

7. Strong analytical, problem solving, and negotiating skills.

8. Experience with developing and implementing ordering policies.

9. Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to build and enhance solid working relationships that promote collaboration and cooperation with all levels of the company and suppliers.

10. Ability to problem solve and think independently in a constantly changing production environment.

11. Possess sound judgment and exceptional time management skills.

12. Proficient with MS Word, Excel, Access, Teams, and Outlook.

Desired Qualifications

1. Knowledge of medical device associated supply base.

2. Medical Device manufacturing experience.

3. APICS or other industry certification(s).

Posting Country:

US - United States

Title:

Buyer/Planner, Sr. (Temp)

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.