Buyer I

QuidelOrtho • Carlsbad, CA

5d • $58,525 - $76,082 • Onsite

About The Position

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. At QuidelOrtho, we’re advancing the power of diagnostics for a healthier future for all. Join our mission as our next Buyer I. This position is responsible for purchasing direct and indirect materials with minimum supervision. Also responsible for maintaining KPI's and supporting departmental needs for the Purchasing Team. This position will be onsite in Carlsbad, CA.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• As minimum, understanding of a Buyer role and a max of 3 years of experience in a purchasing environment or related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic e-mail, word processing and spreadsheet knowledge

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Certifications: APICS CPIM, CFPIM, or CIRM; or NAPM CPM
• Experience with MRP system
• Problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Prepares purchase orders and places orders in an accurate and timely manner for direct & indirect.
• Monitors purchase order delivery and escalates when necessary.
• Occasionally Sources direct/indirect materials and services to support internal customer needs.
• Carries out duties in compliance with GMPs, ISO standards and established business policies
• Ensures proper approvals on purchase orders have been obtained.
• Maintains purchase order accuracy
• Maintains purchase order records
• Works Independently to perform other related duties as assigned
• Participates in process improvement activities
• Support the maintenance of KPI's
• Establish blanket purchase orders
• Support Purchasing Specific Projects for data reliability
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan
• employee assistance program
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• paid time off (including sick time)
• paid Holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED