Strategic Buyer Planner — Demand, Purchasing & Supply

HIGHRIDGE Inc.; Westminster (CO); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Highridge Medical is seeking an Associate Buyer Planner in Westminster, CO to support material availability and optimize inventory across a global product portfolio. The role involves demand planning, purchasing, supplier performance, and cross-functional collaboration.

You will use SAP and planning tools to maintain accurate material requirements and master data, monitor supplier performance, and help drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations, or related field preferred.
• Supply chain, purchasing, planning, logistics, manufacturing, or related experience is a plus, including internships or relevant coursework.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• SAP, ERP, Power BI, or similar systems experience is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to learn quickly, manage priorities, and work effectively across teams.
• APICS certification or regulated manufacturing experience is a plus, not required.

Responsibilities

• Support inventory and supply performance for an assigned Product Franchise.
• Analyze demand, inventory, and supplier data to support planning and purchasing decisions.
• Utilize SAP and planning tools to maintain accurate material requirements and master data.
• Monitor supplier performance and support corrective actions and continuous improvement.
• Support sourcing activities, supplier evaluations, negotiations, and relationship management.
• Review supply and demand variances and help mitigate shortages, backorders, and excess inventory.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality, Regulatory, Marketing, Finance, and Operations on supplier qualification and new product introductions.
• Turn data into actionable recommendations and communicate effectively with internal teams and suppliers.
• Demonstrate Highridge Medical values: Radical Responsiveness, Relentless Grit, and Remarkable Results.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong communication

Quick learner

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Highridge Medical is seeking an Associate Buyer Planner in Westminster, CO to support material availability and optimize inventory across a global product portfolio. The role involves demand planning, purchasing, supplier performance, and cross-functional collaboration.

You will use SAP and planning tools to maintain accurate material requirements and master data, monitor supplier performance, and help drive continuous improvement.