Senior BuyerPlanner
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As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdingswhich is backed by Berkshire Hathawayyoull be doing things that matter leading at every level and winning a better way. Were committed to making a positive impact on the world providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities and fostering a culture where everyones empowered to be their best.
MicroAire Surgical Instruments a midsized medical device company in Charlottesville Virginia is seeking a Senior Buyer Planner. MicroAire is one of five companies within the medical group of Marmon Holdings under Berkshire Hathaway Inc.We strive to create a culture of inclusion where everyone feels welcomed valued and empowered to flourish so that you can get a small company experience that will allow you to see your personal impact on the organization while also having the financial security provided by the 8th largest company in the world.
About the Job:
The Senior Buyer Planner is responsible for assisting the Director of Supply Chain in the development and deployment of supply chain strategies aimed at optimizing quality cost and delivery results at MicroAire Surgical Instruments through leadership analysis and of sourcing / order fulfillment activities.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership:
- Independently evaluates all aspects of the supply chain and takes initiative to partner with suppliers and other internal team members in a collaborative manner to develop and implement solutions that deliver desired results.
- Develops manages and assesses relationships with members of other departments and participates on cross or multifunctional teams recommending and implementing changes to improve purchasing policies and practices and distribution of information as appropriate.
- Helps assess the training and development needs of the Supply Chain team and provides guidance and development for less senior Buyer/Planners.
- Monitors organizational performance continuously and facilitates efforts to improve KPI results.
- Represents the Supply Chain Director in his absence.
- Adheres to company policies Legal practices CGMP and ISO requirements.
Planning/Purchasing:
- Develops and executes overall purchasing plan to successfully meet the organizations goals for quality service inventory and cost by monitoring and analyzing both Kanban signals and MRP signals.
- Monitors supplier quality and delivery performance and takes initiative to improve performance.
- Maintains materials planning data in DataWorks system and adjusts MRP and Kanban system parameters to achieve desired results.
- Interfaces with New Product Development teams and provides guidance and feedback on issues impacting Supply Chain design and operational results.
- Procures services and supplies for nonproduction company needs.
Global Sourcing:
- Professionally and ethically conducts negotiations with current and/or potential suppliers to obtain maximum value; this includes the development of strategies and tactics for effective negotiation.
- Establishes midtolongrange contracts with key suppliers geared toward outlining operating agreements mitigating risks and optimizing costs and inventory.
- Locates qualifies and manages suppliers to ensure continuous supply of materials to meet production / product development requirements.
- Performs make vs buy analyses and executes efforts to implement approved action plans.
- Pursues cost improvement opportunities to achieve best value for the company while ensuring adherence to product specifications.
Continuous Improvement:
- Evaluates all aspects of the supply chain and uses A3 problemsolving methodologies to develop solutions that deliver desired results relative to quality cost and delivery.
- Develops and implements projects and programs to standardize efforts; improve processes; and reduce avoid or contain costs.
Qualifications & Skills
A bachelors degree in appropriate field or equivalent work experience required. Certified Project Management certification preferred. Seven 7 years of supply chain experience with progressive supervisory responsibility required.
Sourcing Analysis:
- Understands the quality requirements of operating in an organization governed by the Food & Drug Administration.
- Understands concepts associated with make or buy decisions for products or services and acts to implement these types of decisions.
- Understands and develops purchasing strategies that include leveraging winwin relationships with suppliers.
Contracts & Negotiations:
- Partners with internal team members to create effective longterm contractual agreements with suppliers.
- Understands how to prepare for and develop strategies and tactics for negotiations.
- Conducts negotiations with potential and/or current suppliers to obtain maximum value.
- Negotiates applicable terms and conditions of purchases contracts and other aspects of relationship with suppliers.
Issue Management:
- Participates in the Material Review Board and Supplier Corrective Action Processes to improve supplier quality performance.
- Develops measurements for quality improvement and target setting.
- Utilizes sixsigma concepts and tools effectively to solve problems and enhance processes.
Internal Relationships:
- Recommends/implements changes in the purchasing supply management and material usage policies.
- Disseminates information effectively and trains individuals on policies and procedures.
- Mentors develops coaches and leads buy / planners and associate buyer / planners.
External Relationships:
- Develops and manages effective relationships with suppliers through the use of supplier partnerships strategic alliances supply chain management and supplier training programs.
- Reviews product availability and pricing information with suppliers.
- Conducts interviews with sales people from current and prospective suppliers.
- Coordinates reviews and responds to supplier inquires protests and appeals.
Benefits:
- Compensation commensurate with experience
- 401K with company match
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Vacation & Paid Holidays
- Connection with Marmon Holdings companywide initiatives
Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment candidates will be required to complete additional jobrelated screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process please email your request to and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
