Supply Assurance Buyer

Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc; Richmond (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc in California is seeking a purchasing/production planning professional to support the manufacturing plan by placing purchase orders, managing suppliers, and maintaining optimal inventory levels. The role emphasizes expediting, SAP workflow, and ensuring on-time delivery while upholding quality.

CPM/CPIM coursework and SAP experience are preferred, with opportunities to advance within a global leader in life sciences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration or related discipline.
• 1–3 years’ experience in purchasing or production planning fields.
• Experience expediting and issuing purchase orders.
• Experience with SAP strongly preferred.
• Coursework towards CPM and/or CPIM certification is preferred.
• Full knowledge and application of the principles and theories of purchasing/materials.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows, Teams, and Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Places purchasing orders for goods and services needed in support of manufacturing.
• Manages supplier relationships to optimize supply chain efficiency.
• Monitors inventory/stock levels to support production and inventory goals.
• Issues material purchase orders to support production. Identifies and resolves potential supply problems.
• Actively manages workflow in SAP system.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies to minimize overdue invoices and ensure supply availability.
• Evaluate stocking levels and adjust to meet the needs of the business.
• Ensures products/services get delivered on time and meet quality standards.
• Work with scheduling team to process expedites as necessary to support production.
• Introduce and manage efficiencies through effective purchasing.
• Participates in supplier audits / business reviews.
• Complies with commercial certification programs and applicable safety requirements.
• Maintains files and records related to purchasing activities.
• Process RTV’s (return to vendor) for Non-Conforming Materials.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Production planning

Expediting

Purchase orders

Excel/Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

CPIM/CPM coursework preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

Snapshot of the Candidate’s Day:

(Describe in a short paragraph, what a day in the life of this role might look like)
Places purchase orders for goods and services needed in support of a manufacturing facility and manage supplier relationships to optimize supply chain efficiency.
Purchase of direct materials in support of the manufacturing plan is the primary objective. This activity is primarily driven through the Manufacturing Materials Resource Planning (MRP).

How the Candidate Will Make an Impact: (Top 5 bullet points outlining the responsibilities and challenges of the role that allow candidates to make impact)

• Places purchasing orders for goods and services needed in support of manufacturing.
• Manages supplier relationships to optimize supply chain efficiency.
• Monitors inventory/stock levels to support production and inventory goals.
• Issues material purchase orders to support production. Identifies and resolves potential supply problems.
• Actively manages workflow in SAP system.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies to minimize overdue invoices and ensure supply availability.
• Evaluate stocking levels and adjust to meet the needs of the business.
• Ensures products/services get delivered on time and meet quality standards.
• Work with scheduling team to process expedites as necessary to support production.
• Introduce and manage efficiencies through effective purchasing.
• Participates in supplier audits / business reviews.
• Complies with commercial certification programs and applicable safety requirements.
• Maintains files and records related to purchasing activities.
• Process RTV’s (return to vendor) for Non-Conforming Materials.

What the Candidate Brings: (Top 5 required attributes, skills, and work experience)

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration or
• related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1-3 years’ experience in purchasing or production planning fields.
• Experience expediting and issuing purchase orders.
• Experience with SAP strongly preferred.
• Coursework towards CPM and/or CPIM certification is preferred.
• Full knowledge and application of the principles and theories of purchasing/materials.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows, Teams, and Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).

Who We Are:

For 70 years, Bio-Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming the fields of science and healthcare. As one of the top five life science companies, we are a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing a broad range of high-quality research and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Bio-Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe. Here, you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see.

EEO Statement:

Bio-Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with physical or mental disabilities, and people of all race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin and citizenship status are encouraged to apply.