Strategic Buyer & Materials Planner

Astura Medical; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Astura Medical in Irving, TX is seeking a Buyer to manage day-to-day procurement for new product launches. You will collaborate with the Planning and Purchasing Lead and coordinate with Engineering, Quality, and Materials to source materials, place orders, and maintain open communication with vendors until delivery.

The role requires 3+ years in supply chain planning/procurement, a Bachelor’s degree preferred, strong Excel skills, SAP experience, and proven analytical and organizational

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant supply chain (planning/procurement) experience.
• Orthopedic or contract manufacturing experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day ordering and project planning for new product launches.
• Plan and manage materials for time-critical components.
• Create purchase orders and track open PO lines.
• Identify supply risks and align processes with milestones.
• Collect and analyze data to assess requirements.
• Track material flow and cost to ensure on-time delivery.
• Identify critical path and develop mitigation strategies.
• Prepare ad hoc reports/analysis.
• Source vendor quotes and monitor status.
• Maintain status reports and logs.
• Assist department to meet deadlines.

Skills

Excel

ERP SAP

Analytics

Communication

Self-starter

Teamwork

Planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

Astura Medical in Irving, TX is seeking a Buyer to manage day-to-day procurement for new product launches. You will collaborate with the Planning and Purchasing Lead and coordinate with Engineering, Quality, and Materials to source materials, place orders, and maintain open communication with vendors until delivery.

The role requires 3+ years in supply chain planning/procurement, a Bachelor’s degree preferred, strong Excel skills, SAP experience, and proven analytical and organizational