Lead Buyer

The Lead Buyer is responsible for the purchase of assigned commodities to meet production needs and internal specifications. You will negotiate with and manage relationships with suppliers, will complete all necessary transactional work for purchasing, and will address and quality issues related to supplier products.

• Identify opportunities for and implement continuous improvement activities to affect the overall purchasing department's quality, cost, and delivery initiatives.
• Implement and maintain standard work documentation and other Lean procedures to ensure compliance.
• Source and secure quotes from qualified suppliers of assigned materials to obtain most favourable prices, and products/services consistent with quality requirements.
• Purchase products to support Manufactured Products, and Non-Inventory requirements.
• Work with requisitioners and/or varying departments to ensure an understanding of the product prior to order placement.
• Prepare purchase orders, verifying specifications and prices.
• Distribute purchase orders to suppliers.
• Monitor item deliveries and expedite orders as needed.
• Verify receipt of items; resolve any shipping errors with suppliers as needed.
• Authorize payment for purchase; resolve any invoice errors with Accounts Payable.
• Develop procedures to resolve trending errors thereby preventing reoccurrences.
• Reconcile Problem Packing Slips / Bills of Lading / Certificate of Conformance or Analysis and facilitate the return of rejected material.
• Engage in negotiations with vendors on pricing, delivery, service, and quality as needed and within limitations imposed by purchasing procedures.
• Function as an authorized agent of the company with the responsibility to commit company resources through contracts and agreements for the procurement of goods and services.
• Participate in supplier audits. Assist the Quality department in assessing the supplier's ability to meet STERIS quality requirements.

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
• 3-6 years or progressive experience in the procurement field.
  
  
  
  • OR High School Diploma.
  • PLUSthirteen (13) years of experience in the procurement field in lieu of Bachelor's Degree.
  
  
  
  
• Solid understanding of regulated industry.
• Direct hands-on experience in an MRP system environment.

Preferred:

• Professional certification (SPM, CPIM, CSCP).
• Experience in a lean manufacturing environment.

Other:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Word and Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively to all levels of the organization.
• Displays willingness to make timely decisions.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being, and financial future.

Here is just a brief overview of what we offer:

• Market Competitive Pay
• Extensive Paid Time Off (PTO) and 9 added Holidays
• Excellent Healthcare, Dental and vision benefits
• Long/Short Term Disability coverage
• 401(k) with a company match
• Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Additional add-on benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement and continued educations programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement in a stable long-term career

• This position is based in Point Richmond, CA.
• The schedule is: M-TH (9 hour days onsite), F (4 hours work from home).

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