Purchasing Specialist

Topcon Positioning Systems; Town of Oakland (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Topcon Healthcare in Oakland, NJ seeks a highly analytical Purchasing Specialist to manage purchasing activities, supplier negotiations, inventory planning, forecasting, and vendor contracts.

The ideal candidate is expert in Excel and AI-based data analysis, with experience using SAP, SAP S/4HANA, and Salesforce, to improve forecasting and purchasing efficiency.

Qualifications

• Expert-level Excel skills including PivotTables, XLOOKUP, dashboards and large-data analysis.
• Experience using AI tools for forecasting, reporting and automation.
• Experience with SAP, SAP S/4HANA, and Salesforce.
• Proven ability to prepare purchasing, demand or inventory forecasts.
• Strong vendor negotiation and cost-reduction skills.
• Experience negotiating SLAs and supplier terms.
• Experience RTS transactions and managing stock levels.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and detail-oriented skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze purchasing, inventory, usage, and sales data using Excel and AI tools.
• Prepare accurate purchasing and inventory forecasts from sales projections and demand.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, lead times, and purchasing agreements with vendors.
• Negotiate SLAs and supplier contracts; manage RTS and vendor documentation.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and ensure optimal pricing and terms.
• Monitor inventory levels and set min/max stock levels and reorder points.
• Collaborate with Sales, Operations, Finance, Warehouse, and Support teams.
• Evaluate vendor performance on pricing, quality, and lead times.

Skills

Excel advanced

AI data analysis

Forecasting

Vendor negotiation

Contract management

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

SAP

SAP S/4HANA

Salesforce

Job description

For over 90 years, Topcon's vision has been to solve societal challenges around the globe. In healthcare, we are developing innovations that improve patients' health and quality of life.

We empower eye care providers with advanced imaging, diagnostic solutions, and intelligent data technology. Our robotic devices deliver simplicity without compromise, by capturing clear images with the push of a button.

By joining Topcon Healthcare, you become part of a growing, diverse, global team. With office locations throughout North America, whether you are on-site, remote, or hybrid, our culture empowers you to contribute to company and personal success each day. At Topcon Healthcare, you can grow your career, gain new perspectives, and help address society's most pressing challenges.If you have drive, passion, and a desire to be part of a collaborative team, we want to hear from you.

At Topcon Healthcare, we don't wait for the future. We invent it. Join us.

Learn more about working with us at topconcareers.com

We are seeking a highly analytical and results-driven Purchasing Specialist to manage purchasing activities, supplier negotiations, inventory planning, forecasting, and vendor contracts. The ideal candidate must be an expert in Excel and AI-based data analysis, with experience using SAP, SAP S/4HANA, and Salesforce or similar platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze purchasing, inventory, usage, and sales data using advanced Excel and AI tools.
• Prepare accurate purchasing and inventory forecasts based on sales projections, historical demand, lead times, and business requirements.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, lead times, and purchasing agreements with vendors.
• Negotiate Service Level Agreements, supplier contracts, and other commercial terms.
• Process and manage RTS, or Return to Supplier, transactions and related vendor documentation.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and ensure the company receives the best available pricing and contract terms.
• Monitor inventory levels and maintain appropriate minimum and maximum stock levels.
• Prepare and manage Min/Max inventory, reorder-point, safety-stock, shortage-risk, and excess-inventory reports.
• Prevent shortages, excess inventory, and obsolete stock through effective inventory planning.
• Evaluate vendor performance based on pricing, quality, reliability, lead time, and SLA compliance.
• Use SAP or SAP S/4HANA to manage purchasing, inventory, purchase orders, vendor records, and related transactions.
• Use Salesforce to review sales forecasts, customer demand, business requirements, and purchasing-related information.
• Use AI tools to analyze large datasets, automate reporting, identify trends, improve forecasting, and increase purchasing efficiency.
• Work closely with Sales, Operations, Finance, Warehouse, Customer Support, and other departments.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Expert-level Excel skills, including PivotTables, XLOOKUP, advanced formulas, dashboards, Power Query, data modeling, and large-data analysis.
• Strong experience using AI tools for data analysis, forecasting, reporting, and process automation.
• Experience with SAP, SAP S/4HANA, and Salesforce.
• Proven experience preparing purchasing, demand, or inventory forecasts.
• Strong vendor negotiation and cost-reduction skills.
• Experience negotiating SLAs, supplier agreements, pricing contracts, and other commercial terms.
• Experience processing RTS transactions and managing supplier returns.
• Experience managing Min/Max inventory levels, reorder points, lead times, and safety stock.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify trends, risks, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Excellent communication, contract-management, and vendor-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

On-Seat Requirement

This position requires working at our Oakland, New Jersey office. This is not a remote or hybrid position.

Base Pay:

Expected Base Pay Range: $85,000 to $105,000 Annualized

The base pay range included is a projected hiring range for a position, level and potential work location(s) listed. Topcon provides the compensation range that it in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position. This compensation range is based on a full-time schedule.

Bonus eligible:

In addition to base pay, compensation for this position includes eligibility for a 5% annual bonus.

Benefits*

• Topcon offers a comprehensive benefit package for this position including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, tax saving spending accounts a 401(k) plan with employer match, tuition reimbursement in addition to other perks and benefits.
• We also offer time off for our employees to recharge.
• Our employees are eligible for paid company holidays, paid personal time off, and paid sick time that meets or exceeds state/local requirements.

*Topcon time off policies can vary between roles which are exempt or non-exempt. For hourly ("non-exempt") employees, we offer personal paid time off which accrues in accordance with local standards. For salaried ("exempt") employees, we offer a flexible paid time off policy giving you flexibility to take time when needed, while supporting business needs. All paid time off policies are in accordance with or exceeding local law. Employees working at least 30 hours per week are eligible for our Health and Welfare benefit package.

EEO Statement:

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.