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Kuros Biosciences · 3 days ago

Senior Buyer and Vendor Management (Med Device)

On-Site in Alpharetta, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$84K/yr - $94K/yr

5+ years exp

Kuros Biosciences is a Swiss-headquartered biotech company focused on advancing bone healing through high-quality scientific evidence. They are seeking a detail-oriented Buyer to join their procurement team, responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing materials for medical device manufacturing while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

BiopharmaBiotechnologyHealth CareMedical

Responsibilities

Procure materials, components, and services in accordance with production schedules, inventory requirements, and quality standards

Identify, qualify, and manage suppliers, ensuring they meet cost, quality, delivery, and compliance requirements

Negotiate pricing, contracts, and lead times with suppliers while maintaining strong vendor relationships

Issue purchase orders and maintain accurate records in the ERP system

Support the monitoring of supplier performance (on-time delivery, quality, responsiveness) and support corrective actions when necessary

Work closely with Planning, Engineering, and Quality teams regarding supplier qualifications and readiness for new product introductions (NPI) and engineering changes

Ensure all purchased materials comply with FDA regulations, ISO 13485, and other applicable standards

Resolve invoice discrepancies, supplier issues, and material shortages in a timely and effective manner

Track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to purchasing, including supply of MFC, and on-time delivery/schedule adherence

Assist with conducting quarterly business reviews as well as providing supporting data to support each review

Support internal and external audits by maintaining complete and accurate procurement documentation

Participate in cost reduction initiatives, supply risk management, and continuous improvement efforts within the supply chain

Qualification

Procurement experienceSupplier managementLean Six SigmaISO 13485 knowledgeData analysis toolsNegotiation skillsAnalytical skillsERP/MRP proficiencyCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsProblem-solving skills