Purchasing Specialist

KARL STORZ SE & Co. KG; Auburn (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Dental / Vision

Paid parental leave

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition pre-reimbursement

Fitness reimbursement

Job summary

KARL STORZ SE & Co. KG in Auburn, Massachusetts is seeking a Purchasing Specialist to manage procurement services. Your role will involve supporting the purchasing lifecycle, maintaining supplier relationships, and working in a collaborative environment.

This position requires 3–5 years of experience in purchasing, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and strong analytical skills. Excellent communication abilities are essential. Enjoy comprehensive benefits including health insurance, parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in purchasing or a related role.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and convert them to purchase orders.
• Track vendor acknowledgments and maintain purchase order information.
• Monitor inventory levels and initiate replenishment orders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Self-motivated

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

SAP

Tableau

Job description

At KARL STORZ, we take pride in helping patients

through some of the toughest journeys of their lives.

We are making contributions that matter.

Regardless of your role, YOU improve patients’ lives every day

Get to know us and join our teamas

Purchasing Specialist

Job Function: Supply Chain & Procurement

We are seeking a Purchasing Specialist to deliver procurement services across multiple Karl Storz locations. In this role, you will support colleagues throughout the purchasing lifecycle — from requisition to payment — while managing supplier relationships, vendor master data, and continuous improvement initiatives that drive year-over-year savings and ensure continuity of supply.

What You'll Do

• Process purchase requisitions from across the organization, converting them to purchase orders and communicating with suppliers and stakeholders
• Track vendor acknowledgements and maintain up-to-date purchase order information including pricing and delivery
• Monitor inventory levels and initiate replenishment orders for assigned products and material groups
• Follow up with suppliers to ensure service levels are met; collaborate with Accounts Payable, Receiving, and suppliers to resolve invoice discrepancies
• Support sourcing initiatives for new suppliers, products, and services; partner with internal business users to establish specifications and identify best‑value suppliers
• Contribute to cost‑saving projects through analysis of product specifications, volume activity, service requirements, delivery, and payment terms
• Manage vendor master data in SAP, including enrolling new suppliers into the Approved Supplier List (ASL) via DocuSign and performing periodic reviews of inactive vendors
• Maintain supplier certificates and surveys, ensuring all required documentation and agreements are current
• Train business users on procurement processes including requisition creation, new product development, and supplier enrollment
• Write and update procedures, work instructions, and work aids as requirements evolve
• Support compliance with the KARL STORZ Quality Program, CFR 820.50, and ISO 13485 standards
• Provide coverage for Buyer Planner during extended absences; travel to KARL STORZ and vendor sites as needed

What You Bring

Required

• 3–5 years of experience in purchasing or a related role involving indirect or direct materials/services
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Strong analytical, organizational, and attention‑to‑detail skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Self‑motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established timeframes
• Working knowledge of SAP preferred

Preferred

• 5–10 years of relevant purchasing or supply chain experience
• College degree or equivalent work experience
• Experience with Tableau or other supply chain/analytics platforms
• Familiarity with ISO 13485 standards and the medical device industry
• Collaborative, solution‑oriented mindset with a helpful and instructive approach to working with others

Why Join Us

• Play a key role in maintaining supply continuity and driving procurement efficiency across a global MedTech organization
• Collaborate with diverse teams spanning Quality, Operations, Legal, Regulatory, and beyond
• Build deep expertise in purchasing systems and compliance within a highly regulated, mission‑driven industry

Who We Are

KARL STORZ is an independent, family‑owned company headquartered in Germany's renowned MedTech manufacturing region. For 80 years, we've pioneered the most groundbreaking innovations in endoscopic surgery, video imaging, and operating room integration to benefit patients and healthcare providers alike.

With more than 9,000 associates worldwide and 2,600 in the US, we pride ourselves on harnessing cutting‑edge technology, precise workmanship, and unrivaled customer support to help healthcare facilities succeed. With onsite locations and field opportunities across the country, we attract a diverse and talented staff. It's not just about the tools we create — it's about the lives we change, together.

MA Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

• Medical / Dental / Vision including a state‑of‑the‑art wellness program and pet insurance, too!
• Up to 8 weeks of 100% paid company parental leave; includes maternal/ paternal leave, adoption, and fostering of a child.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan providing a match of 60% of the employee’s first 6% contribution (up to IRS limits)
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, STD, LTD & LTC Insurance
• We prepay your tuition up to $5,250 per year! - Tuition pre‑reimbursement
• Fitness reimbursement of up to $200 annually
• And much more!

KARL STORZ reserves the right to change or modify the employee’s job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship. Additionally, KARL STORZ, through its supervisors, may require an employee to perform duties outside their normal description within the sole discretion of the supervisor. Employees must comply will all applicable KARL STORZ policies and procedures.

KARL STORZ is committed to maintaining a safe work environment for our employees and customers. Most field‑based roles at KARL STORZ require hospital credentialing/health screens as a condition of employment. Credentialing can include required vaccinations, health screens & other requirements as outlined by our customers. During the interview process, we encourage you to ask how credentialing/health screens may impact the role you are seeking and if you require any reasonable accommodations regarding these requirements.