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Meridian Bioscience Inc. · 20 hours ago

Procurement Support Coordinator

Cincinnati, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Meridian Bioscience Inc. is a fully integrated life science company dedicated to developing innovative diagnostic products. The Procurement Support Coordinator plays a key role in supporting procurement operations, ensuring timely and accurate processing of purchase orders while maintaining compliance with procurement policies and collaborating with internal stakeholders and suppliers.

BiotechnologyHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsLife ScienceMedical

Responsibilities

Process Requisitions into Purchase Orders following company policies

Makes purchases via tools (P-card) and ERP System following company policies

Resolves over/under shipments, invoice discrepancies, etc

Approves purchase orders within established authority

Ensures fulfilled purchase orders are closed out in the system in a timely manner

Ensures on-time delivery of purchased goods and services by working closely with the suppliers and internal operations

Manage and maintain accurate records of all purchasing activities and transactions

Coordinates with planners, manufacturing and other users to expedite material requirements

Comply with FDA, QSR, ISO and Accounting regulations as required

Comply with company and ethical standards

Provide procurement assistance support to coordinate and assist operations at different sites

Provide tactical Procurement support to site operations teams as required based on spend limits

Identify opportunities and provide recommendations for cost reduction and process improvements

Assist the department in gathering information from suppliers, distributing forms to be completed, tracking responses and validating information

Set up vendors in ERP System and update related information

Assist in identifying and solving challenges related to supply chain disruptions or unexpected shortages

Communicates to vendors updates on component specifications

Supports Procurement team in gathering records

Prepares and publish procurement reports or any other reporting as required

Participate in additional projects or services as directed

Qualification

INFOR XAERP systemsSupply chain managementMicrosoft Office SuiteISO & FDA regulationsProblem solving skillsOrganizational skillsInterpersonal skillsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree and three (3) years relevant work experience in similar role. Or Associates Degree and seven (7) years relevant work experience. Or High School Diploma and nine (9) years relevant work experience

Knowledge of INFOR XA or other ERP systems is desirable

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel

Strong understanding of supply chain management principles and practices including knowledge of purchasing processes, including order placement, tracking, and delivery coordination

Ability to read, understand and follow all company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and guidelines

Must be a self-starter with strong organizational skills

Must have strong problem solving, troubleshooting and analyzing skills

Excellent interpersonal, organizational, written and oral communication skills

Ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality requirements

Ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders

Must be able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team setting with peers and colleagues in a cross functional setting

Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment

Preferred

Knowledge of ISO & FDA regulations preferred

Company

Meridian Bioscience Inc.

Meridian is a fully integrated life science company that develops, manufactures, markets and distributes a broad range of innovative diagnostic test kits, rare reagents, specialty biologicals and components.

Founded in 1977

Cincinnati, Ohio, USA

501-1000 employees