Factory Buyer - Littleton

Requisition ID:  35424  

 

At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, our 8,000+ global associates proud to come to work each day, knowing that what we do impacts the lives of patients around the world. For Terumo, for Everyone, Everywhere.

 

We make medical devices and related products that are used to collect, separate, manufacture and process various components of blood and cells. With our innovative technologies and service offerings, we touch a patient’s life every second of every day and are committed to continuing to increase the number of patients we serve. Advancing healthcare with heart.

 

With some of the best and brightest minds in the industry, an unmatched global footprint, comprehensive benefits and a distinct culture, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is a great place to work, grow and be part of a team that is focused on making a difference. Join us and help shape wherever we go next. You create your future and ours.

 

As a Factory Buyer, you will manage supplier relationships, execute purchasing and forecasting activities through SAP, and collaborate closely with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Sales teams to meet customer demand. This position offers the opportunity to influence supplier performance, support new product introductions, identify cost-saving opportunities, and develop expertise in a highly regulated manufacturing environment. If you're analytical, detail-oriented, and looking to build a career in procurement and supply chain management, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact while growing with a global healthcare organization.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Manage a portfolio of vendors and drive material supply in alignment with factory demand.
• Execute the SIOP demand plan through SAP to ensure material availability for factory builds.
• Conduct weekly supplier reviews to maintain on-time delivery performance, focusing on service and delivery targets.
• Issue rolling forecasts and purchase orders to the supply base in a timely manner to support flexible production planning and material supply.
• Use SAP to generate reports and extract data for forecasting, supply, and materials planning.
• Manage new product introduction projects, including the approval and implementation of new SKUs and suppliers.
• Ensure accurate pricing and supply data are maintained in SAP for all purchases.
• Identify and implement opportunities for cost savings across the supply chain.

• Develop strong relationships with other internal functions including Quality, Engineering, Production, and Sales teams.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job may be considered.
• Chemistry / medial device background preferred.

 

Experience

• 1-2 years experience preferred.
• Experience gained within a hi-volume manufacturing environment preferred.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles preferred.

 

Skills

• Knowledge and use of relevant PC software applications and skills to use them effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Strong data management and analytical skills.
• Adaptable, flexible and able to work with minimum supervision while prioritizing tasks.

 

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Memberships of CPIM & CSCP preferred.

 

LOCATION

Littleton, Colorado - Onsite 

 

TRAVEL

Ability to travel to travel to supplier locations when required.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Typical Office Environment requirements include: reading, speaking, hearing, close vision, walking, bending, sitting, and occasional lifting up to 20 pounds.
• The physical deman