Buyer/Planner - Onsite

Starkey Laboratories, Inc.•Eden Prairie, MN

46d•$64,680 - $88,200•Onsite

About The Position

Starkey is hiring a Buyer/Planning at its global headquarters in Eden Prairie, MN. If you are looking for a career move to a company culture that is defined by three main principles: Caring, Fearless and Dedicated, this could be the fit for you. The Buyer/Planner position is responsible for processing purchase orders for Direct materials and services while ensuring compliance with procurement policies and procedures. The primary focus is on verifying purchase requisitions for accuracy, maintaining effective communication with suppliers, and addressing procurement needs across various internal departments. Starkey offers 4 weeks of PTO and a full benefits package. Starkey is a world leader in the manufacturing and distribution of advanced hearing technologies. We are in the business of connecting people and changing lives. Our teams come to work each day focused on ensuring people everywhere have the products and services they need to hear better and live better. Founded in 1967 by Bill Austin, Starkey is known for our cutting-edge hearing health innovations, industry-leading research and development, and not being afraid to push the edge of what's possible. We are headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, have over 5,000 employees in 29 facilities across the globe, and do business in more than 100 markets worldwide. Watch this video to see more of what sets Starkey apart. https://youtu.be/9cUYwTlCepg?si=wkovx8_R_iINfrc6

Requirements

4-year degree or equivalent required; business or supply chain emphasis preferred.
3+ years of experience in material management or indirect purchasing desired; APICS/CPIM certification desirable.
Familiarity with Oracle applications and a strong understanding of procurement processes is highly desirable.
Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and relevant procurement tools.
Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical skills.
Oracle Experience
Strong communication skills, with an ability to convey details and requests professionally and accurately.
Results-oriented mindset with a strong sense of ownership and commitment to achieving meaningful outcomes.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

Verify and validate purchase requisitions for completeness and compliance with company policies.
Monitor and track the status of purchase orders to ensure timely delivery and resolve any discrepancies
Process and manage purchase orders for indirect materials and services, ensuring timely and accurate order placement.
Communicate with suppliers to confirm order details, delivery schedules, and resolve any issues related to purchase orders.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers based on mutual value principles, including openness and trust.
Conduct spend analysis for a broad range of products or services in coordination with the specific category leader to identify supplier and savings opportunities.
Collaborate with category leaders to conduct sourcing events based on priority and spend amounts
Collaborate with internal departments to address procurement needs and issues, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
Coordinate part specification updates through cross-functional alignment and testing with quality assessments
Maintain accurate records of purchase orders and related documentation to support effective inventory management
Anticipate critical events and identify resource requirements to support purchasing decisions based on independent and dependent variables
Participate in strategic buying initiatives and assist in the development of procurement strategies in collaboration with Planning and Sourcing.
Conduct risk assessments related to supply chain disruptions and implement strategies to mitigate potential issues.