SR. BUYER/PLANNER

TwinMed, LLC.; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

AD&D insurance

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid sick time

Vacation

Job summary

TwinMed, LLC. in California is seeking a Buyer to manage procurement and planning of medical supplies across distribution centers. You will report to the Director of Purchasing and develop cost-effective purchasing strategies while optimizing inventory.

The role requires strong negotiation, ERP/MRP proficiency, and data analytics using Power BI to monitor supplier performance and forecasting. Experience in healthcare distribution is preferred; APICS certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in purchasing, planning, or supply chain roles, preferably healthcare.
• Strong negotiation and supplier-management experience.
• ERP/MRP proficiency and data analytics skills with Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement and planning of medical supplies across distribution centers.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers.
• Forecast demand and plan inventory using ERP/MRP tools.
• Monitor supplier performance and address issues related to quality or delivery.
• Collaborate with sales, finance, logistics, and merchandising teams.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Time management

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, or related field

APICS certification

Tools

ERP systems

MRP

Power BI

Job description

Description

Company Overview

TwinMed is a leading healthcare distribution company serving the post-acute market. We provide a broad range of medical supplies and solutions to nursing homes, assisted living facilities, home health and hospice agencies, and home medical equipment providers across the United States. With a commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction, TwinMed is dedicated to supporting the healthcare community with reliable, efficient, and innovative supply chain solutions.

Position Overview

The Buyer at TwinMed will play a critical role in managing the procurement and planning of medical supplies to ensure optimal inventory levels and product availability across all distribution centers. Reporting directly to the Director of Purchasing, this role requires a strategic and detail-oriented professional who can handle supplier relationships, optimize inventory, and drive cost-effective purchasing strategies in alignment with the organization’s goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Procurement Management:
• Oversee the purchase of medical supplies and equipment to meet the needs of our post-acute care customers.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers to ensure favorable outcomes for TwinMed.
• Inventory Planning and Optimization:
• Utilize tools like Slim4 and ERP/MRP systems to forecast demand and plan inventory levels across multiple distribution centers.
• Balance inventory availability with cost efficiency to minimize stockouts, overstock, and obsolescence.
• Supplier Collaboration:
• Maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers and source new suppliers as needed.
• Monitor supplier performance and address issues related to quality, delivery, or pricing.
• Data-Driven Decision-Making:
• Leverage data analytics tools, such as Power BI, to analyze purchasing trends, supplier performance, and inventory levels.
• Use insights to drive process improvements and optimize supply chain operations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
• Work closely with sales, finance, logistics, and merchandising teams to align purchasing strategies with business objectives.
• Support marketing initiatives by ensuring timely availability of new or promotional products.
• Problem Resolution:
• Address and resolve challenges related to supplier delays, long lead times, and other disruptions.
• Develop contingency plans to mitigate supply chain risks.
• Continuous Improvement:
• Identify opportunities to enhance purchasing processes, reduce costs, and improve overall efficiency.
• Implement best practices in procurement and inventory management.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Vacation

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in purchasing, planning, or supply chain roles, preferably in the healthcare distribution industry.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience in supplier management.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced knowledge of MRP and inventory optimization principles.
• Experience with data analytics tools such as Power BI.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Experience in healthcare distribution or the post-acute care market.
• APICS certification or similar supply chain credentials.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.
• Must pass a pre-employment background and drug screening.

Twin Med, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and … Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Status: Exempt