Procurement Buyer

LGC Group•Gaithersburg, MA

About The Position

The Procurement Buyer will play a key role in supporting Material Planning, Purchasing, and Procurement to deliver critical Supply Chain initiatives. This position focuses on analyzing and maintaining optimal inventory levels to meet production requirements while minimizing costs. The role ensures timely communication of any risks to material availability, enabling proactive adjustments to production plans and reducing customer impact. Additionally, the Procurement Buyer is responsible for keeping NDAs and Supplier Agreements accurate and up to date.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and/or relevant work experience in related field.
Proficiency in leading ERP software (IFS/SAP etc.).
Familiarity with MRP and Master Data in a Purchasing function.
Understanding of documentation and processes supporting material planning.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Outstanding interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills.
Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
Comfortable presenting to senior leaders.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment, adapt to change, and exert positive influence.
Driven to meet targets in a timely manner.
Aligned with LGC’s core value behaviors: Passion, Curiosity, Integrity, Brilliance, and Respect.
Meticulous attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

1-3 year of relevant work experience in supply chain or purchasing.
Experience with IFS.
Knowledge of Product structures and Production routings.
Experience in a global manufacturing or biotech organization.

Responsibilities

Understand and analyze materials demand generated within IFS, validating and querying discrepancies from historical usage.
Maintain and calculate safety stock policies within IFS.
Establish and apply lot size data (Min, Multiple, and Max) accurately by part within IFS.
Provide detailed inventory projections and health categorizations through material inventory analysis.
Communicate changes to base data and their impacts through Monthly SIOPs.
Convert system-generated purchase requisitions to Planned status, confirming the need for firm purchase orders with suppliers.
Generate and analyze part availability exception messages, resolving or mitigating issues, and communicating risks effectively.
Participate in Weekly Planning reviews to discuss supply risks and support root cause analysis for material availability issues.
Prepare and deliver key material supply and inventory updates in monthly site SIOP meetings.
Provide accurate material forecast data as required.
Improve costs by analyzing demand and determining efficient purchase quantities and inventory locations, considering global requirements.
Manage local and assigned global vendors to ensure strong collaboration and meet site needs
Assist with supplier interviews, selection, negotiation, and contract preparation and execution.

Benefits

Competitive compensation with strong bonus program
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and dependents
FSA/HSA Pre-tax savings plans for health care, childcare, and elder care
Deductible Buffer Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance
401(k) retirement plan with matching employer contribution
Company-paid short- and long- term disability, life insurance, and employee assistance program
Flexible work options
Pet Insurance for our furry friends
Enhanced Parental leave of 8 additional weeks
PTO that begins immediately
Town Hall monthly meeting onsite/virtual, Cheer program where employees are recognized for outstanding work, Company wide social events, frequent catered lunches and much more!