Senior Buyer, Medical Devices — Global Operations

Edwards Lifesciences LLC; Draper (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Edwards Lifesciences in Draper, UT is seeking a Senior Buyer for the Transcatheter Mitral and Tricuspid Therapies (TMTT) business. You will plan materials, place purchase orders with outside suppliers, negotiate pricing, and partner with cross-functional teams to meet production schedules. Strong purchasing and ERP experience required.

Preferred CPIM/APICS certification and experience with MRB, VMI, and managing high-value components across sites in Ireland and Utah.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of relevant experience in purchasing/production control.

Responsibilities

• Plan materials requirements and place purchase orders from outside suppliers to support production schedules and new product launches.
• Negotiate pricing and delivery with suppliers and ensure materials meet specifications.
• Lead cross-functional teams to resolve schedule obstacles and monitor supplier performance.
• Analyze inventory levels (EW and VMI) and determine if VMI release is warranted, communicating future requirements.
• Expedite POs as needed, from receiving through inspection to production stores.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Forecasting

Supplier relationship management

Cross-functional collaboration

ERP systems (JDE)

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP system (JDE)

Job description

Edwards Lifesciences in Draper, UT is seeking a Senior Buyer for the Transcatheter Mitral and Tricuspid Therapies (TMTT) business. You will plan materials, place purchase orders with outside suppliers, negotiate pricing, and partner with cross-functional teams to meet production schedules. Strong purchasing and ERP experience required.

Preferred CPIM/APICS certification and experience with MRB, VMI, and managing high-value components across sites in Ireland and Utah.