Sr. Buyer

ClearPoint Neuro, Inc.; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ClearPoint Neuro, Inc. is seeking a procurement professional to own strategic sourcing and commodity management, negotiating with suppliers and driving cost reductions to keep manufacturing materials flowing.

You will manage categories including contract manufacturing, electronics, plastics, PCBs/PCBAs, machined components, and packaging; lead RFQs, supplier evaluations, and cost analyses while monitoring performance and collaborating with Quality and Engineering to resolve issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• 3+ years in purchasing, procurement, sourcing, or supply chain.
• Experience with suppliers in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ERP/MRP systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned commodities.
• Lead RFQs, supplier evaluations, cost comparisons, and supplier selection.
• Monitor supplier performance, quality, delivery, and responsiveness.
• Own day-to-day and strategic relationships with assigned suppliers.
• Participate in supplier business reviews and improvement initiatives.
• Partner with Quality and Engineering to resolve supplier performance issues.
• Identify and communicate supplier risks before they impact production.
• Identify and execute opportunities to reduce material and supplier costs.

Skills

Procurement

Sourcing strategy

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

ERP/MRP experience

Inventory management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations, or related field

Tools

ERP software

MRP software

Job description

We are looking for an ambitious procurement professional who wants to take the next step in their career and have a meaningful impact on a growing medical device manufacturing business.

You will have the opportunity to take ownership of key suppliers and commodities, develop sourcing strategies, negotiate with suppliers, drive cost reductions, improve procurement processes, and help ensure our manufacturing operations have the materials they need to succeed.

Position Summary

Strategic Sourcing & Commodity Management

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned commodities, with increasing ownership as you grow in the role.
• Manage categories including:
• Contract manufacturing
• Plastics and injection molded components
• Electronics and electrical components
• PCBs and PCBAs
• Machined components
• Packaging
• Lead RFQs, supplier evaluations, cost comparisons, and supplier selection.
• Identify alternate suppliers and sourcing strategies to reduce supply chain risk.
• Develop strong relationships with key strategic suppliers.
• Learn and apply total-cost-of-ownership principles to sourcing decisions.
• Own day-to-day and strategic relationships with assigned suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance, quality, delivery, and responsiveness.
• Participate in supplier business reviews and improvement initiatives.
• Partner with Quality and Engineering to resolve supplier performance issues.
• Identify and communicate supplier risks before they impact production.
• Purchase production materials in support of manufacturing requirements.
• Monitor supplier commitments, purchase orders, lead times, and material availability.
• Proactively identify and resolve potential shortages.
• Work closely with Operations and Planning to ensure materials are available when needed.
• Help improve purchasing processes, systems, and procedures.
• Manage inventory levels while balancing production requirements, service levels, and working capital.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI), engineering changes, and product lifecycle activities.
• Identify and execute opportunities to reduce material and supplier costs.
• Lead negotiations with suppliers on pricing, lead times, payment terms, and commercial agreements.
• Partner with Engineering on value engineering and design-for-manufacturability opportunities.
• Evaluate opportunities for dual sourcing, supplier consolidation, and inventory optimization.
• Establish and track annual cost savings initiatives.
• Continuously look for ways to make the procurement process more efficient and scalable.

We're looking for someone who is hungry to learn, comfortable taking ownership, and motivated to grow.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related field; equivalent experience will be considered.
• 3+ years of purchasing, procurement, sourcing, or supply chain experience.
• Experience working with suppliers in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through on commitments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with an ERP or MRP system.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in medical device, aerospace, life sciences, electronics, or another regulated manufacturing environment.
• Experience with international suppliers.
• Strategic sourcing or commodity management experience.
• Experience sourcing electronics, electromechanical assemblies, plastics, machined components, or contract manufacturing.
• NPI or new product development experience.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• 401(k) match
• Opportunity for professional growth and increased responsibility