Diagnostic Imaging Equipment Buying Planner

Avante Health Solutions; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare solutions provider in North Carolina is seeking a Diagnostic Imaging Equipment Buying Planner. This role is crucial in the Supply Chain team, focusing on purchasing and planning for the Diagnostic Imaging team. Responsibilities include updating planning tools, coordinating with stakeholders, and managing inventory levels while ensuring compliance with quality standards. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma and 1-3 years of related experience, preferably in the medical equipment sector.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in demand/supply/inventory planning and purchasing required.
• Experience in the medical equipment industry preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate in a business environment.

Responsibilities

• Update planning tools for manufacturing and purchasing.
• Coordinate with stakeholders for production plans.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure data accuracy.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Customer relationship management

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Sales software

Job description

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Position: Diagnostic Imaging Equipment Buying Planner
Location: 1040 Derita Rd, Suite A Concord, NC
Job Id: 859
# of Openings: 1

Job Description Summary
The Buyer Planner is a critical member of the Supply Chain team focused on purchasing and planning for the Diagnostic Imaging team. This role is responsible for updating existing excel-based planning tools on a weekly basis to inform the manufacturing team on which items need to be produced, and to inform the purchasing team which items need to be purchased. This role is also responsible for purchasing items to stock and for sales and service demand.

The identification of Essential Job Functions does not display an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned to this position, nor does it restrict the related work that may be assigned to this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities

• Updates existing excel-based planning tools to generate weekly manufacturing production and purchase-to-stock plans
• Coordinates with cross-functional stakeholders to refine production and purchasing plans
• Provides input to the monthly and quarterly SIOP routines, including min-max refresh process
• Supports the VP of Supply Chain and others in the Supply Chain team to update materials required for SIOP meetings such as the Demand and Supply Review meetings
• Prioritizes orders according to deadlines to ensure that on-time quoting, and delivery commitments are met for customers and inventory levels
• Obtains price quotes, releases purchase orders and manages purchase receipt documentation for Diagnostic Imaging parts for stock, for sales orders, for service orders and consumables
• Monitors inventory levels for department supplies and ensures that the data in the ERP system (i.e., Acumatica) accurately mirrors the actual inventory quantities on hand
• Complies with policies, guidelines, and regulatory requirements per ISO 13485:2016 standards and the Company’s Quality Management System
• Demonstrates success and a passion for servicing and learning new technologies
• Identifies improvement opportunities for processes and offers applications and solutions to promote optimal efficiency
• Works professionally and efficiently with all levels within the organization
• Adheres to all company employment policies and safe practices
• Performs other duties as assigned

Experience / Training / Education

• High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required
• A minimum of 1-3 years of experience in demand/supply/inventory planning and control and purchasing is required
• Experience in the medical equipment industry is preferred

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

General: Exceptional ability to speak and write effectively in a business environment. Ability to maintain an elevated level of accuracy in preparing and entering data. Superb time management and organizational skills with the ability to meet regular and frequent deadlines. Attention to detail required. Ability to work well as a team member. Must demonstrate sound work ethic, flexibility, respectfulness, honesty, and trustworthiness. Must also be punctual and dependable. Must possess cultural awareness and sensitivity. Excellent customer-relationship skills and a strong customer-centric mindset.

Technical: Ability to effectively use sales software and Enterprise systems, email, search engine, Internet; ability to effectively use Microsoft Products: Outlook, Word, Teams, Excel and to use or learn specific software needed to improve sales productivity. Ability to deescalate and resolve problems involving several variables with limited supervision.

Communication: Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to read and interpret documents such as financial journals, operating and accounting instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively with customers or employees of the organization. Ability to read through reporting and compliance requirements. Excellent customer-relationship skills and a strong customer-centric mindset required to be successful in this role.

Math & Reasoning: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, and percentages. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and willingness to adapt to change and take the initiative.

Physical and Environmental Elements

• Physical Demands: Ability to sit continuously for over 3/4 of a normal work shift, and stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms for at least 1/4 of the normal work shift. Ability to climb stairs. Ability to talk or hear continuously. Ability to see clearly to do all work-related tasks (clear or corrected vision at 20 inches or less). Finger dexterity is required frequently for over 3/4 of the normal work shift.
• Work Environment: Position is predominantly performed in the office environment with standard equipment and moderate noise levels; however, will often interact with the customer, engineering, production and warehouse environments. There is travel to open warehouse areas where temperatures vary and there is exposure to tools and equipment, forklift operations, large equipment, high-voltage electricity, and corresponding noise levels.

Special Requirements

• Driving record that is insurable
• May need to travel occasionally

Company Culture

Avante Health Solutions is committed to a respectful and purposeful work environment. Employees are encouraged to strive for excellence and engage in productive work. Avante Health Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and promotes a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

If assistance or an accommodation due to a disability is needed, please discuss with the hiring manager.

Pay Range: $25 - $30 per hour

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