Purchasing Agent

What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know Or all of humanity

At Illumina we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.

Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person in every role has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people inspiring leaders and world changing projects you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.

Position Summary:

A seasoned experienced professional with a full understanding of area of specialization; resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways. Mainly works on supply chain challenges of diverse scope for Indirect materials. Applies best practices and knowledge of internal/external business challenges to improve products processes or services.

Position Responsibilities:

• Partner to sourcing in qualifying and identifying suppliers

• Overview all new Supplier onboarding process from end to end

• Enforce purchasing policy

• Responsible for procurement business system data input and integrity.

• Continuous support with evolution of onboarding and purchasing process specifically for LATAM

• Serves as subject matter expert for all purchasing related activities

• Manage and support backend processes such as invoice resolution issues

• Ensure indirect Buyer KPI is met

• Applies experience of dealing with Customers and Suppliers to help inform and support strategy development

• Identifies opportunities for improvement and implements compliant solutions

Position Requirements:

• Able to analyze data and identify solutions based upon facts and data

• Demonstrated ability to combine data from multiple sources to draw conclusions and apply when making decisions

• Able to effectively analyze the probability control and impact of identified risks

• Able to form cross-departmental relationships to foster planning and efficiency

• Able to challenge status-quo to improve processes within their area

• Able to co-ordinate and adjust own work tasks with others and resolve short and medium-term issues to meet deadlines

• Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills in English

• Self-motivated yet knows when to seek assistance from more senior procurement management

• Actively pursues learning and personal development

Preferred Experience/Education/Skills:

• Typically requires 13 years of related experience with a Bachelors degree.

We are a company deeply rooted in belonging promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation Illumina has always prioritized openness collaboration and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay regardless of gender ethnicity or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences increase cultural awareness and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex race creed color gender religion marital status domestic partner status age national origin or ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition sexual orientation pregnancy military or veteran status citizenship status and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local state and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local state and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process please contact To learn more visit: The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.