Procurement Buyer II — Med Devices

Penumbra, Inc.; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Penumbra, Inc. in Alameda, California, is seeking a Procurement Buyer II to manage the order process from purchase orders through payment for assigned parts and commodities. The role requires coordinating with vendors, negotiating terms when needed, and maintaining purchase records.

Responsibilities include PO execution in the ERP, reviewing requisitions, expediting orders, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring QMS and regulatory compliance while supporting cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field with 2+ years of supply chain experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of purchasing processing.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Manage ERP Purchase Order execution process and maintain accurate records in the system by applying policies and procedures.
• Manage incoming requisitions for accuracy and completeness and communicate with Requisitioners and/or Procurement Schedulers before placing Purchase Orders.
• Prepare accurate and complete Purchase Orders; confirms proper authorization.
• Manage Purchase Order process from creation through payment by working with supplier(s); manage expedited orders with requisitioners and/or Schedulers.
• Communicate and resolve routine discrepancies with supplier while engaging with stakeholders and/or Scheduling team.
• Manage Material Master Data related to assigned part numbers to ensure proper scheduling.
• Align with Strategic Procurement and Procurement Schedulers to optimize purchasing process and cost efficiencies.
• Communicate effectively with receiving, IQC and other stakeholders as appropriate.
• Review and prepare reports related to commodities, suppliers and/or part numbers to manage open POs and payment issues.
• Adhere to QMS and regulations; maintain security/compliance.

Skills

Purchasing process

Communication skills

Attention to detail

MS Excel

MS Word

PowerPoint

Organizational skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field

Equivalent experience

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Penumbra, Inc. in Alameda, California, is seeking a Procurement Buyer II to manage the order process from purchase orders through payment for assigned parts and commodities. The role requires coordinating with vendors, negotiating terms when needed, and maintaining purchase records.

Responsibilities include PO execution in the ERP, reviewing requisitions, expediting orders, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring QMS and regulatory compliance while supporting cross-functional teams.