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LGC · 5 days ago

Procurement Buyer

Alexandria, MN

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$70K/yr - $100K/yr

1+ years exp

LGC is a leading global life science tools company focused on providing critical components and solutions in healthcare and applied market segments. The Procurement Buyer will support Material Planning, Purchasing, and Procurement to optimize inventory levels, manage supplier agreements, and ensure material availability for production needs.

BiotechnologyGeneticsLife Science

Responsibilities

Understand and analyze materials demand generated within IFS, validating and querying discrepancies from historical usage

Maintain and calculate safety stock policies within IFS

Establish and apply lot size data (Min, Multiple, and Max) accurately by part within IFS

Provide detailed inventory projections and health categorizations through material inventory analysis

Communicate changes to base data and their impacts through Monthly SIOPs

Convert system-generated purchase requisitions to Planned status, confirming the need for firm purchase orders with suppliers

Generate and analyze part availability exception messages, resolving or mitigating issues, and communicating risks effectively

Participate in Weekly Planning reviews to discuss supply risks and support root cause analysis for material availability issues

Prepare and deliver key material supply and inventory updates in monthly site SIOP meetings

Provide accurate material forecast data as required

Improve costs by analyzing demand and determining efficient purchase quantities and inventory locations, considering global requirements

Manage local and assigned global vendors to ensure strong collaboration and meet site needs

Assist with supplier interviews, selection, negotiation, and contract preparation and execution

Qualification

ERP software (IFS/SAP)Material PlanningMRP knowledgeSupply Chain experienceAnalytical skillsInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsTeamworkAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree and/or relevant work experience in related field

Proficiency in leading ERP software (IFS/SAP etc.)

Familiarity with MRP and Master Data in a Purchasing function

Understanding of documentation and processes supporting material planning

Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Preferred

1-3 year of relevant work experience in supply chain or purchasing

Experience with IFS

Knowledge of Product structures and Production routings

Experience in a global manufacturing or biotech organization

Benefits

Competitive compensation with strong bonus program

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and dependents

FSA/HSA Pre-tax savings plans for health care, childcare, and elder care

Deductible Buffer Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance

401(k) retirement plan with matching employer contribution

Company-paid short- and long- term disability, life insurance, and employee assistance program

Flexible work options

Pet Insurance for our furry friends

Enhanced Parental leave of 8 additional weeks

PTO that begins immediately

Town Hall monthly meeting onsite/virtual, Cheer program where employees are recognized for outstanding work, Company wide social events, frequent catered lunches and much more!

Company

LGC

Glassdoor3.3

We are a global leader in life science tools, partnering with customers to find solutions that diagnose, treat, feed and protect our growing population.

Founded in 1996

Teddington, Gloucestershire, GBR

1001-5000 employees