QuidelOrtho unites the strengths of Quidel Corporation and Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, creating a world-leading in vitro diagnostics company with award-winning expertise in immunoassay and molecular testing, clinical chemistry and transfusion medicine. We are more than 6,000 strong and do business in over 130 countries, providing answers with fast, accurate and consistent testing where and when they are needed most – home to hospital, lab to clinic.
Our culture puts our team members first and prioritizes actions that support happiness, inspiration and engagement. We strive to build meaningful connections with each other as we believe that employee happiness and business success are linked. Join us in our mission to transform the power of diagnostics into a healthier future for all.
As we continue to grow as QuidelOrtho, we are seeking a Buyer for External Operations Raw Materials, who is responsible for executing the purchase for a specific group of raw components used for the manufacturing of finished goods. The role includes developing strong operational relationships with the raw material supply base while formulating supplier production plans in accordance with a pre-defined supply plan and developing/executing the corresponding purchase orders.
This position is based in Tijuana, Mexico.
Responsibilities
Develop strong operational relationships with designated raw material suppliers.
Gain a deep understanding of the suppliers’ products, production capabilities & capacities, order lead times, and supplier contact names.
Align with global procurement to accurately reflect agreed purchase terms within purchase order execution activities.
Negotiate fair pricing with designated buyer managed suppliers.
Lead the execution of all raw material purchase orders.
Responsible for assuring Procure to Pay excellence.
Generate thorough Purchase Orders in accordance with supply agreement terms.
Responsible to resolve purchase order volume and price mismatch.
Clear mismatch with procurement and assure on time payment.
Facilitate material rejections and returns.
Collect and monitor supplier delivery performance.
Lead role to anticipate, capture and assess gaps to the purchase plans.
Consult with ExOps materials planning team to assure supplier constraints are incorporated within the global supply plan.
Regularly interact with planning, procurement and suppliers.
Competencies
Executional Excellence - Gets things done right the first time, on time; accurate; bias towards action; sense of urgency; thoroughness; excellent written and verbal communication; prioritizes work.
Personal Leadership - Takes initiative, takes ownership and accountability; self-aware; professional maturity; self-starter; has integrity; builds credibility; managerial courage; ability to influence.
Builds Relationships - Builds rapport with others; lateral leadership; develops good working relationships up, down and across; excellent written and verbal communication.
Requirements
Analytical skills and familiarity with a wide range of software solutions including enterprise resource planning (ERP), product life cycle management (PLM), manufacturing execution systems (MES), quality management systems (QMS), transportation management systems (TMS) and others (including SAP).
APICS certification desired.
Experience working in manufacturing operations, medical diagnostics or device preferred.
Experience working in cross-functional teams.
The Individual
A minimum of a BS degree in STEM required.
A focused degree in Supply Chain or Operations preferred.
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in a distribution center environment or business is required; 3-5 years preferred.
Proficient use of and experience with ERP systems.
Microsoft Word and Excel is a must.High-level of proficiency in MS Office (e.g., MS Excel and MS PowerPoint).
Detail-oriented and excellent analytical skills.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
5-10% travel for this position.
Spanish Speaking preferred.
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