Purchasing Specialist

KARL STORZ • Auburn, MA

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About The Position

We are seeking a Purchasing Specialist to deliver procurement services across multiple Karl Storz locations. In this role, you will support colleagues throughout the purchasing lifecycle — from requisition to payment — while managing supplier relationships, vendor master data, and continuous improvement initiatives that drive year-over-year savings and ensure continuity of supply.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in purchasing or a related role involving indirect or direct materials/services
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Strong analytical, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established timeframes

Nice To Haves

• 5–10 years of relevant purchasing or supply chain experience
• College degree or equivalent work experience
• Experience with Tableau or other supply chain/analytics platforms
• Familiarity with ISO 13485 standards and the medical device industry
• Collaborative, solution-oriented mindset with a helpful and instructive approach to working with others

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions from across the organization, converting them to purchase orders and communicating with suppliers and stakeholders
• Track vendor acknowledgements and maintain up-to-date purchase order information including pricing and delivery
• Monitor inventory levels and initiate replenishment orders for assigned products and material groups
• Follow up with suppliers to ensure service levels are met; collaborate with Accounts Payable, Receiving, and suppliers to resolve invoice discrepancies
• Support sourcing initiatives for new suppliers, products, and services; partner with internal business users to establish specifications and identify best-value suppliers
• Contribute to cost-saving projects through analysis of product specifications, volume activity, service requirements, delivery, and payment terms
• Manage vendor master data in SAP, including enrolling new suppliers into the Approved Supplier List (ASL) via DocuSign and performing periodic reviews of inactive vendors
• Maintain supplier certificates and surveys, ensuring all required documentation and agreements are current
• Train business users on procurement processes including requisition creation, new product development, and supplier enrollment
• Write and update procedures, work instructions, and work aids as requirements evolve
• Support compliance with the KARL STORZ Quality Program, CFR 820.50, and ISO 13485 standards
• Provide coverage for Buyer Planner during extended absences; travel to KARL STORZ and vendor sites as needed

Benefits

• Play a key role in maintaining supply continuity and driving procurement efficiency across a global MedTech organization
• Collaborate with diverse teams spanning Quality, Operations, Legal, Regulatory, and beyond
• Build deep expertise in purchasing systems and compliance within a highly regulated, mission-driven industry

What This Job Offers

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