Senior Buyer

The Opportunity:

Avantor is looking for a Senior Buyer to assist in managing all day-to day activities under the scope of Manufacturing Procurement, delivering value to the business through operational processes and services.

They will be responsible for purchasing commodity products, chemicals, equipment, and supplies and all aspects of daily purchase order management and is able to solve complex problems with innovation and ingenuity.

This will be a full-time position based out of our Solon, OH office. You will have the opportunity to support the Marketing and S&OP (Sales and Operations Planning) team and assist in resolution of pricing and product issues. This person will also exercise considerable latitude in determining objectives and prioritizing workload, committing Avantor financial resources, and using considerable judgment in complex situations that include escalation as necessary to support some of our most critical accounts.

What we’re looking for: 

• Education: Bachelor Degree in Supply Chain Logistics Management or related field.
• Experience:  Previous experience in purchasing/logistics role – minimum 7 years of experience.
• Additional Qualifications:
• Requires specialized or advanced knowledge of operational and supply chain business practices normally gained through a combination of professional experience and education.
• Excellent team player that also possesses ability to work independently.
• Proficient in Excel and SAP (Power Bi advantageous).
• Excellent communication/presentation skills.
• Reliable and confident working with limited supervision as well as stepping into lead projects.
• Excellent attention to detail and high-quality focus with an analytical mindset.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Capable of leading department meetings and organizing conference calls when required.

How you will thrive and create an impact: 

• Delivers solutions to technical, customer service, or operational objectives that are complex and have a moderate impact to the business.
• Identifies and resolves business and process problems where solutions are not readily available.
• Manages all aspects of daily purchasing management.
• Resolves all goods inwards queries with regards to deliveries/stock/purchase orders’ as appropriate.
• Manages the alignment of Pricing.
• Generates purchase orders and reviews requisitions, running PO reports when necessary.
• Delivery of agreed metrics using TDM & ABS tools.
• Resolve or escalate open PO service issues when necessary.
• Support release of NPI’s and new product or supplier releases as required.
• Manages exceptions to the rule (Open PO Management).
• Co-ordinates with tactical support teams.
• Liaises with the global sales and customer service teams to ensure all information regarding open purchase orders is communicated.
• Coordinates with transport in conjunction with import and export shipments.
• Liaises with freight forwarders for shipment arrangements.
• Leads regular supplier operational meetings, highlighting service issues and finding suitable solutions.
• Able to mentor, train & guide junior/intermediate associates.

Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
 
The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
 
We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your cont