Buyer

Requests quotations and prepares purchase orders and change orders from approved requisitions, or as required and interfaces with suppliers on initiation and follow-up. Decides on method of payment procurement - lease vs. buy. Serve as Site's Power of Attorney for Schedule 2 Controlled Substance Order forms Assists with negotiating local and national contracts for goods and services.

Conducts initial screening of suppliers (preparation and analysis of bids/quotations).

Assists with organizing recommendation and strategy presentations to negotiation team as applicable.

Coordinates meetings with suppliers.

Assists with and contributes to helping develop plans to support the goal of reducing overall operating costs. Ensure quality, delivery, order accuracy, and competitive pricing through continuous follow-up with suppliers and end users. Interview suppliers, addresses complaints, and monitors supplier performance. Makes recommendations on the use of alternate materials or suppliers. Visits suppliers to assess supplier capability to meet quality, deliver and strategic requirements. Must deal with all levels of supplier management. Schedules delivery of materials, selects carrier routing, and handles over-shipments, shortages, damaged and returned materials. Conducts all purchasing activities in compliance with company policy and objectives. Audits own performance and recommends objectives and standards of performance. Other duties as assigned to include but not limited to; low stock reorder, invoice resolution, vendor and material master data setup and maintenance, and skill and experience in executing diversity and tax programs.

* All employees are responsible for ensuring the compliance to company documents, programs and activities related to the Health, Safety, Environment, Energy, and Quality Management Systems, as per your roles and responsibilities

• Bachelor degree in business or related; or equivalent field related experience and/or education.
• Minimum of 3 year related experience, preferably in a pharmaceutical or healthcare related industry
• Demonstrated effective negotiation and communication skills
• C.P.M. is preferred
• Working knowledge of MS Office(Word, Excel, Access) and SAP or similar ERP systems required.

We offer an excellent salary and benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as life insurance, disability,401K with company contribution, andwellness program.

Fresenius Kabi is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status.