Sr. Buyer/Planner
Key Responsibilities:
- Procurement Management: Lead the purchasing of medical supplies and equipment. Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers to achieve favorable outcomes.
- Inventory Planning: Utilize tools such as Slim4 and ERP/MRP systems to forecast demand and manage inventory across multiple locations, minimizing stockouts and excess.
- Supplier Collaboration: Maintain and develop supplier relationships. Monitor performance and address issues related to quality, delivery, or pricing.
- Data-Driven Insights: Use analytics tools (e.g., Power BI) to evaluate purchasing trends, supplier performance, and inventory metrics to drive improvements.
- Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate with internal teams including sales, finance, logistics, and merchandising to align purchasing strategies with business goals.
- Problem Solving: Resolve supply chain disruptions and develop contingency plans to mitigate risks.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement best practices to enhance procurement processes and reduce costs.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years of experience in purchasing, planning, or supply chain roles, ideally in healthcare distribution.
- Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
- Proficiency in ERP systems and MRP principles.
- Experience with data analytics tools such as Power BI.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
- Familiarity with the healthcare or post-acute care market.
- APICS certification or similar credentials preferred.
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