The Buyer procures goods and services in an efficient and effective manner. Monitors supplies and services to ensure the best prices, and for the timely delivery of goods and services required to support the production plan. Establishes and maintains good company/supplier relationships. Tracks levels of raw material inventory in accordance with company and department goals and objectives.

Primary Responsibilities

• Reviews Open Purchase Orders daily and ensures that all materials are on hand and available when needed to support production requirements.
• Communicates with Suppliers daily. Request any additional needed documentation and expedites and de-expedites orders as required to support changes in production requirements.
• Elevates supply problems and delivery delays as required within both the Supplier and Charter Medical management teams.
• Maintains all ERP data for raw materials, supplies and services.
• Prepares and reviews requisitions and Purchase Orders for material orders ensuring completeness, conferring with various other internal sources and users regarding requirements, specifications, delivery, substitutes, quantity, quality, etc.
• Works with suppliers to rework, replace or credit any nonconforming product.
• Works in a team approach with users, supervisors, and support resources.
• Uses sound judgment and good purchasing practices in the performance of the assigned duties.
• Maintains all purchasing documentation.
• Coordinates raw material deliveries.
• Immediately report any unsafe acts or conditions.
• May maintain Supplier Rating and Ranking information and ensure they remain current as outlined in the procedure.
• May assist finance to resolve credits or discrepancies in a timely manner.
• May reconcile delivery and invoice information to ensure record and receipts are correct.

Other Duties

• Adheres to GMP/QSR requirements and follows applicable QMS documentation (e.g., SOP’s, Work Instructions) to successfully accomplish job requirements.
• Follow Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) policies and procedures, including wearing hearing protection, safety shoes, gloves, eye protection as required.
• Follows gowning procedures in designated areas.
• Follows established safety requirements and adheres to the Health Safety and Environment Management System.
• Performs other job-related responsibilities as assigned.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations

• Ability to stand occasionally
• Ability to sit frequently
• Ability to use hands to grasp and perform fine manipulation occasionally
• Ability to stretch/reach with hands and arms occasionally
• Ability to lift arms overheard occasionally
• Ability to climb or balance occasionally
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl occasionally
• Ability to talk or hear frequently
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs rarely
• Ability to push and/or pull rarely

Qualifications

• AS/BS/BA degree in Supply Chain/Logistics, Materials Management, or a similar field preferred.
• 1 year of previous experience as a Buyer/Planner, preferably in a regulated field.
• Basic computer skills including ability to use MS Outlook, Word and Excel applications; experience with Syspro or another ERP system required.
• Must have good negotiating skills.
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Winston Salem, NC 27103: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Will you now, or in the future, require a VISA sponsorship?

Language:

• English (Required)

Work Location: In person

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