New

Sr Buyer

bioMerieux Inc.
retirement plan
United States, California, San Jose
Apr 25, 2025
Description bioMerieux is a pioneering force in the medical microbiology device industry. Our cutting-edge technologies have been transforming healthcare and improving patient outcomes. We are seeking a Senior Buyer. This is a critical job for our growing company and one that works in close partnership with our senior staff, manufacturing leaders, engineering and financial team. The key role is working with minimal direction, the buyer purchases raw materials, sub-assemblies, products and services in conformance with approved purchase orders at the lowest cost consistent with considerations for quality, reliability of source and urgency of need. The role provides support for all basic aspects of purchasing including but not limited to vendor negotiations, vendor analysis, cost reductions, creating and maintaining reports, utilization of the purchasing system, expedition of orders and vendor relations. Primary Duties: Identify, evaluate, select, and integrate new suppliers and technologies. Perform analysis as required to improve operational efficiency in the supply chain processes. Manage supplier relationships and be the point of contact for escalation for supplier issues. Investigate and determine root cause for inventory and invoicing discrepancies. Interface with Engineers, Quality Assurance, Production, Warehouse personnel and other Buyers to ensure Production material is stocked as required. Ensure the continuous improvement of quality, service, and total cost in support of business needs. Negotiate pricing, Supplier agreements and other legal documents. Develops and maintains good ethical supplier relationships. Supports engineering with sample request, pricing or lead time on prototypes or new product development. Plans purchases and buys electro-mechanical and make to print commodities from MRP suggestions. Purchases MRO commodities off purchase requisitions. Maintains the integrity of MRP accuracy as it pertains to the commodity assigned. Flexible with the ability to work under and meet deadlines while handling a heavy workload. Demonstrate excellent written/oral communication, negotiation, and administrative skills. Work with limited supervision to effectively utilize time and project management skills. Provide backup to Planner as needed. Responsibilities could include: Open, issue, close work orders. Enter Sales Orders. Additional tasks as needed. Perform all work in compliance with company quality procedures and standards. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Associates Degree 3+ years of ERP and MRP knowledge Netsuite experience preferred. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Excellent written and verbal communication skills Organized and self-motivated Microsoft Office Skills Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills The estimated salary range for this role based in California is between $80,000 - 115,700. This role is eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and individual performance per bioMerieux's bonus program. This range may differ from ranges offered for similar positions elsewhere in the country given differences in cost of living. Actual compensation within this range is determined based on the successful candidate's experience and will be presented in writing at the time of the offer. In addition, bioMerieux offers a competitive Total Rewards package that may include: * A choice of medical (including prescription), dental, and vision plans providing nationwide coverage and telemedicine options * Company-Provided Life and Accidental Death Insurance * Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance * Retirement Plan including a generous non-discretionary employer contribution and employer match. * Adoption Assistance * Wellness Programs * Employee Assistance Program * Commuter Benefits * Various voluntary benefit offerings * Discount programs * Parental leaves