QuidelOrtho · 1 month ago
Buyer II
Carlsbad, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$67K/yr - $87K/yr
3+ years expQuidelOrtho is a leading in vitro diagnostics company formed from the merger of Quidel Corporation and Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, dedicated to improving health through accurate testing. The Buyer II role involves sourcing and purchasing direct materials to support the organization's needs while ensuring compliance with company policies and maintaining supplier relationships.
Medical Device
No H1B
Responsibilities
Prepare and manage purchase orders for direct and indirect materials, ensuring accuracy, approvals, and timely placement
Review requisitions, obtain quotes, evaluate bids, and award business, in alignment with company policies
Procure materials based on MRP, Min/Max levels, and demand signals to maintain optimal inventory levels
Monitor supplier delivery performance, manage subcontractors, expedite critical orders, and escalate issues impacting production
Source materials and services to support internal needs while building and maintaining effective supplier relationships
Collaborate with Planning, Production, Quality, and Engineering to ensure material availability, specifications, and documentation meet requirements
Support supplier performance tracking, basic negotiations, and continuous improvement initiatives using purchasing data and KPIs
Ensure compliance with GMP, ISO, FDA, and company policies while supporting quality system and departmental objectives
Perform other work-related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or GED
3 to 5 years' experience in a purchasing environment or related field required
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Basic e-mail, word processing and spreadsheet knowledge
This position is not currently eligible for visa sponsorship
Preferred
Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred
Manufacturing experience preferred
Certifications: APICS CPIM, CFPIM, or CIRM; or NAPM CPM
Experience with MRP system
Problem-solving skills
Benefits
Bonus eligible
QuidelOrtho offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401(k) plan
Employee assistance program
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid time off (including sick time)
Paid Holidays
Company
QuidelOrtho
> Bringing precision and passion in everything we do QuidelOrtho stands at the forefront of testing, tracking and disease analysis of health conditions ranging from HIV and hepatitis C to flu, strep and COVID-19.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Joe Busky, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
Michael Iskra
Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer
Recent News
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