OR1 Project Buyer

Karl Storz Endoscopy; Stafford (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Karl Storz Endoscopy in Stafford, Texas, seeks a Project Buyer responsible for managing sourcing, supplier relations, and procurement for product development. You will work closely with Engineering and Quality teams to identify suppliers, negotiate contracts, and ensure materials meet project objectives.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and over 3 years of relevant experience. Candidates with a background in the medical device or engineering industry will be preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in purchasing, sourcing, or procurement.
• Strong experience negotiating supplier agreements.
• Ability to support technical sourcing in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Manage sourcing, supplier management, and procurement activities.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Operations for supplier identification.
• Drive cost-saving initiatives while meeting quality standards.

Skills

Purchasing

Supplier management

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or Finance

Tools

SAP

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Project Buyer - OR1

The Project Buyer is responsible for sourcing, supplier management, and procurement activities supporting new product development and engineering projects. This role partners closely with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to identify and qualify suppliers, negotiate contracts, manage purchasing activities, and drive cost‑saving initiatives while ensuring materials and services meet project timelines, quality standards, and business objectives. The Project Buyer also supports supplier onboarding, make‑versus‑buy decisions, new product introductions, and procurement‑related change management activities.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of purchasing, sourcing, procurement, or buyer experience
• Strong SAP or ERP/MRP system experience
• Experience negotiating supplier agreements and managing vendor relationships
• Ability to support technical sourcing activities in a manufacturing or engineering environment
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of procurement or strategic sourcing experience
• Manufacturing, medical device, or engineering industry experience
• Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) projects
• Experience conducting supplier cost analysis and make‑versus‑buy evaluations

Why KARL STORZ?

Join a global leader in medical technology known for innovation, quality, and advancing patient care. At KARL STORZ, you'll collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support cutting‑edge product development initiatives, influence strategic sourcing decisions, and contribute to meaningful work that impacts healthcare providers and patients worldwide. You'll be part of a culture that values continuous improvement, professional growth, and operational excellence.