Buyer I

Integer•Pembroke Pines, FL

About The Position

In this role, you will perform standard work assignments while developing proficiency. You typically need a college degree or equivalent work experience, providing exposure to fundamental theories and concepts. Your role requires conceptual knowledge within Purchasing and involves applying general business knowledge. You will receive guidance and direction from others and be accountable for technical contributions to your team. You will seek to identify innovative approaches to solve standard problems, analyze information, and utilize standard practices to make informed judgments. Your work will impact your own tasks and contribute to the achievement of team goals and objectives. Additionally, you will exchange information, ask questions, and check for understanding to ensure effective communication. You will adhere to Integer’s Values and all safety, environmental, security, and quality requirements including, but not limited to: Quality Management Systems (QMS), Safety, Environmental and Security Management Systems, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, company policies and operating procedures, and other regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Strong PC literacy skills (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, ERP).
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with other associates and cross-functional teams.
Solid technical aptitude with the ability to be an effective contributor to a team or produce results of a technical nature as an individual.
Competencies in both written and oral communications.
Maintain a calm demeanor that transcends the high energy, constantly changing production environment.
Possess a positive, can-do attitude with an underlying belief that failure is not an option.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.
Two years of relevant experience in purchasing (if education requirement is not met).

Responsibilities

Analyze basic requirements to place, cancel, and/or reschedule purchase orders with approved suppliers.
Evaluate changes in demand, design, and supplier-driven factors to ensure appropriate supply to production.
Request and evaluate quotes from suppliers that meet cost, delivery, quality targets, and specifications.
Analyze, report, and forecast purchase price variance.
Participate in the annual budget process for purchases and standard costing.
Maintain material flow in the supply chain, assuring that priorities are clearly identified to import, receive, inspect, and release raw material.
Manage and forecast inventory levels to optimize raw material availability and working capital strategies.
Collaborate with team members to understand and evaluate supplier capabilities and performance.
Develop and support initiatives for cost reduction and savings opportunities.
Collaborate with Quality for the resolution and closure of corrective actions (CAPA), nonconforming material (NCMR), and return to vendor (RTV).
Initiate and coordinate the loading of new suppliers in the ERP system, as well as update changes to existing suppliers.
Collaborate with the Finance department to resolve issues of accounting, payment terms, AP holds, and resolution of payment to suppliers.
Perform other duties as needed and as directed by your leadership.