Purchasing / Inventory Control Coordinator

Battelle•Columbus, OH

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. Job Summary Battelle Medical Products group is currently seeking a Purchasing / Inventory Control Coordinator. This position is located in Columbus, Ohio. Responsibilities Purchasing / Inventory Control Coordinator will provide project support to medical device product development teams. This position requires the ability to manage multiple purchasing priorities simultaneously, communicate between functions (operations, procurement, accounts payable, suppliers, and quality) to address issues and drive timely fulfillment of orders and payment to vendors, and detail orientation to assure purchasing compliance to Quality Management System (QMS) and corporate guidelines.

Requirements

High School diploma plus one year of related experience
US Citizen with ability to obtain clearance
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Able to work in an open, team environment
Strong oral and written communication skills
Assertiveness to keep activities on track
High attention to detail
Courtesy, tact, and effectiveness in dealing with people
Self-initiative and ability to work independently with minimal guidance or direction
Strong computer skills, including the use of databases, spreadsheets, and word processing programs
Demonstrated ability to set and manage own schedule and to prioritize and organize work

Nice To Haves

Experience with procurement and interaction with suppliers
Understanding of the FDA’s Quality System Regulation (QSR)
Experience with structured testing of devices or components
Involvement in an ISO 13485 or ISO 9001 quality environment, and experience with structured methodologies and processes for the conduct of product development

Responsibilities

Prepare purchase orders (and other purchase requests) and coordinate with corporate procurement to ensure timely execution.
Coordinate with Supplier Quality Management to assure supplier qualification prior to purchasing demand.
Assure timely payment to suppliers by working with accounts payable to address any issues or constraints.
Perform P-Card purchases.
Respond to customer and supplier inquiries about order status, changes, or cancellations.
Contact suppliers to schedule or expedite deliveries and to resolve shortages, missed or late deliveries, and other problems.
Track the status of requisitions, contracts, and orders.
Frequent communications with staff (that have ordered materials)
Work with corporate receiving to ensure timely delivery of packages to staff members
Collaborate with the Quality group to ensure Quality Controls are met on received items
Shipping of materials to various vendors and clients.
Oversee Inventory Room and kits out medical device components as needed for controlled builds.
May participate in supplier management activities and/or distribution activities as bandwidth allows.
May assist with device testing activities as needed and as time allows

Benefits

Live an Extraordinary Life We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.
Balance life through a compressed work schedule : Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs .
Take time to recharge : You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
Prioritize wellness : Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
Better together : Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
Build your financial future : Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
Advance your education : Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.
A Work Environment Where You Succeed For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.
You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:
Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
Partner with world-class experts in a collaborative environment
Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
Give back to and improve our communities
Vaccinations & Safety Protocols Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).
Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.
The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.
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