Akkodis is currently seeking a Senior Buyer for a medical device manufacturer located in Jacksonville, FL.
Full time: 40 hrs. week
Pay range: up to $41.81 hr.
Contract: 1 year
Location: Onsite in Jacksonville, FL
Must haves:
• 5+ years of experience- this is a senior role
• Strong sourcing experience/background - must understand sourcing
• JDE or Airba exp (SAP)
• Excel experience – basic, but including Vlookup and Pivot tables
• Experience in a regulated industry
• Bachelors Degree in a technical field
This is not a software or IT role- these applicants will not be accepted. C2C, Vendors, or referrals not accepted.
Job Summary
The Planner / Buyer I will be responsible for the planning and purchasing of assigned product from “cradle to grave” (i.e. new product development, sustaining and obsolescence). Will serve as a Lead/Mentor to Planner/Buyer I personnel and have approval responsibility for assigned Planner/Buyer II action plans.
Contributes to the definition of the team’s objectives, and strategies. Accepts team decisions and works toward their implementation. Establishes and supports the norms and conditions for a work environment that supports team productivity. Draws on the strengths of each team member, seeks input of team members and works cross-functionally to resolve issues. Provides strategic input to and monitors the progress of cross-disciplinary project teams.
Proactively analyzes and interprets information for planning systems and determines if process are in control, accurate and meeting customer demands. Makes day-to-day decisions that demonstrate a basic understanding of the financial business drivers. Effectively plans manufacturing recourses and diagnoses problems to minimize interruptions to production.
Works closely with the Planning/Purchasing Manager to develop and implement department procedures and guidelines, processes and processes improvements. Integral in the development and enhancement of the ERP system.
As an integral part of the Product team, this person will work directly with Suppliers, Marketing, Sales, Accounting, Operations and Engineering to ensure excellent customer service levels while minimizing inventory investments.
Expected Areas of Competence (i.e. KSAs)
§ Ability to quickly and accurately generate action requirements based on Planning System outputs.
§ Excellent Spreadsheet skills and proficient use of Microsoft Office products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and ERP systems experience required. Understanding of MRP and MRP II techniques, principles and concepts required.
§ Excellent communication skills required with the ability to communicate appropriately with all levels (able to communicate equally well with all employees including the Company President).
§ Must be a self-starter, self-managed, an effective team player and posses excellent analytical / problem solving skills.
§ Must have the ability to handle complex problems, make sound decisions and work independently under the pressure of a heavy workload with significant time restrictions.
§ Good understanding of the manufacturing process (from raw materials to finished product), sound accounting principles, inventory control and paperwork flow necessary to be able to function responsibly in this position.
§ Must be able to operate with minimal to no supervision.
§ Must be able to set up Forecasting and Inventory Planning systems.
Education/ Experience Requirements
§ Bachelor’s degree in a technical, accounting, or other business discipline.
§ MBA and APICS certification preferred.
§ 5-7 years supplier collaboration/purchasing experience required.
§ 5 years experience in material requirements planning and inventory control in a manufacturing environment preferred.
§ Experience in Medical Device Manufacturing preferred.
§ Work experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six-sigma preferred.
If you are interested in this Sr. Buyer job in Jacksonville, FL, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis go to www.akkodis.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
