Talentsearchpro ยท 2 months ago
Buyer (cost analysis, FDA, ISO 13485), ERP/MRP system proficiency
Littleton_MA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid LevelTalentsearchpro is seeking a Buyer for a manufacturing company, who will play a critical role on the Supply Chain team. The Buyer will be responsible for procuring components and materials essential to the design and manufacture of complex electromechanical systems.
Responsibilities
Source, quote, negotiate, and issue purchase orders for a diverse range of commodities, including custom machined parts, cable and wire harnesses, PCBs, subassemblies, and specialized manufacturing services
Ensure materials and services comply with all applicable regulatory and quality standards (e.g., FDA, ISO 13485)
Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships; conduct performance reviews, vendor visits, and improvement initiatives
Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers
Collaborate with Engineering and Production to support prototype builds, manage part obsolescence, and implement engineering change orders (ECOs)
Perform cost analysis, contribute to make/buy decisions, and support cost-reduction initiatives
Monitor and report supplier performance in quality, delivery, cost, and responsiveness metrics
Expedite critical materials to maintain production schedules and minimize downtime
Participate in root cause and corrective action activities for supplier-related issues
Maintain purchasing records, documentation, and compliance with internal quality and regulatory systems
Compile and present purchasing metrics, cost savings, and procurement reports
Support internal and external audits as required
Qualification
Required
Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems
Experience in cost analysis
Knowledge of FDA regulations
Familiarity with ISO 13485 standards
Ability to source, quote, negotiate, and issue purchase orders
Experience in developing and maintaining supplier relationships
Ability to conduct performance reviews and vendor visits
Experience in identifying, evaluating, and qualifying new suppliers
Collaboration skills with Engineering and Production teams
Experience in managing part obsolescence and implementing engineering change orders (ECOs)
Ability to perform cost analysis and contribute to make/buy decisions
Experience in monitoring and reporting supplier performance
Ability to expedite critical materials to maintain production schedules
Participation in root cause and corrective action activities for supplier-related issues
Ability to maintain purchasing records and documentation
Experience in compiling and presenting purchasing metrics and procurement reports
Ability to support internal and external audits
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Professional development opportunities
Company
Talentsearchpro
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2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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