Senior Buyer (Maintenance, Repair, Operations)

Obagi Cosmeceuticals•Long Beach, CA

13d•$90,000 - $110,000

About The Position

Obagi Cosmeceuticals is seeking a strategic MRO (maintenance, repair, and operations) Senior Buyer to support the end-to-end procurement process of raw materials and injectables. Reporting to the Sourcing Manager, the senior buyer will be responsible for identifying suppliers, price negotiations, and all tasks related to purchase orders.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university is required with a focus in Operations, Supply Chain/Logistics, Business Administration or related field
At least 5+ years of procurement experience in a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment
Prior experience sourcing FG injectables required
Exceptional organizational and prioritization/time management skills; demonstrated ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
Comfortable operating in a fast paced, ever-changing environment; someone who thrives in ambiguity and adapts quickly.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other technologies
An energetic, positive attitude that encourages a team and supports the growth and professional development of others.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with Visio, Power BI, or MS Project Manager, highly preferred

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and contract manufacturers
Track relevant KPIs and evaluate supplier performance based on cost, quality, service, and delivery standards
Identify opportunities for supplier consolidation, cost reduction, and contract improvements
Maintain accurate, audit-ready documentation including supplier qualifications, contracts, risk assessments, etc.
Participate in vendor audits, RFQs, RFPs, and supplier scorecard programs
Streamline procurement processes and reduce inefficiencies
Support sustainability, safety, and compliance initiatives
Research and analyze market trends and pricing to support strategic sourcing decisions and mitigate risk
Manage PO for injectable business
Adhering to finance targets and budget constraints, monitor, track, and manage all POs
Partner with planning and finance to generate expense POs
Oversee negotiations for pricing, delivery schedules, and contract terms, ensuring supplier continuity and cost optimization
Serve as the primary POC for any supplier issues, delays, and resolutions
Other responsibilities as necessary are assigned by the manager