Strategic Direct Materials Buyer for Production & Sourcing

Kindeva; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindeva is seeking a Procurement Direct Buyer II to manage direct materials procurement, supplier relationships, and production support. You will ensure timely, cost-effective, and compliant purchasing while coordinating with production, quality, and supply chain teams.

Responsibilities include PO issuance, supplier selection, and monitoring OTD with Power BI, as well as handling SCAR/CAPA processes and continuous improvement in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field.
• 5+ years' procurement experience or 3+ years' experience with master's.
• Experience with Power BI.
• 3+ years in a highly regulated industry (pharmaceutical, medical device, etc.).
• Proficiency with Excel, ERP Systems, Quality Management Systems, online procurement portals and similar tools.
• Knowledge of Incoterms 2020.
• Self-starter, able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong planning, procurement and inventory knowledge.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong business acumen and analytical mindset.

Responsibilities

• Use Microsoft D365 to review requirements, research purchase and usage history, and align orders with production schedules.
• Source, evaluate and select suppliers for direct materials and services, negotiating favorable terms.
• Issue purchase requisitions and orders, ensure on-time delivery of raw materials and production supplies; monitor OTD in Power BI.
• Expedite or de-expedite materials weekly based on exceptions.
• Coordinate communications between procurement, production, supply chain and quality; act as supplier contact.
• Process changes to part numbers; support SCAR/CAPA as assigned.
• Maintain relationships with internal and external partners and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and systems.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical mindset

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

Power BI

Microsoft D365

Excel

ERP Systems

Job description

Kindeva is seeking a Procurement Direct Buyer II to manage direct materials procurement, supplier relationships, and production support. You will ensure timely, cost-effective, and compliant purchasing while coordinating with production, quality, and supply chain teams.

Responsibilities include PO issuance, supplier selection, and monitoring OTD with Power BI, as well as handling SCAR/CAPA processes and continuous improvement in a regulated manufacturing environment.