Sr. Buyer/Planner

Leica Microsystems

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Mammotome, one of Danaher's 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we're all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You'll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher's system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact - innovating at the speed of life. At Mammotome, our expertise and compassion for breast care makes us the indispensable partner to physicians, clinicians and patients. Our drive for developing innovative technology is rivaled only by our compassion for the people we serve, from the clinicians and surgeons who demand consistently precise solutions, to the patients and families seeking peace of mind. When you join our company, you join in the fight against breast cancer. Working at Mammotome means you will have the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse, hardworking, high-performing team committed to improving patient outcomes. As a trusted leader in breast cancer diagnostics, we invite you to join us and support products you can feel passionate about! Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible. The Sr. Buyer/Planner is responsible for buying and planning capital equipment to ensure material availability, optimize inventory, and support Mammotome's global supply chain objectives. This role will manage procurement through MRP and other planning methods, maintain supplier relationships, and drive performance in On-Time Delivery (OTD) , cost efficiency , and inventory accuracy . The position requires strong analytical skills, ERP expertise, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally. The role is also involved in special initiatives within the Global Supply Chain team plus additional projects as needed or assigned. The role combines traditional buyer/planner duties with expertise in analytics, problem solving, ERP administration, workflow automation (including Agentic AI), and lean coaching. This position reports to the Sr. Manager of Planning and is part of the Global Operations Team and will be located in Cincinnati, Ohio as an on-site role.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related discipline with 5+ years of experience in purchasing and planning roles within a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Strong ERP expertise with a dvanced analytical and problem-solving skills ( SAP preferred) with the ability to manage master data and planning processes, leveraging BI tools for reporting and insights.
• Proven ability to lead training and coaching on planning methods, lean tools, and DBS methodologies.
• Experience managing product lifecycle transitions , including phase-in/phase-out and new product introductions.
• Strong organizational and communication skills to manage multiple priorities, escalations, and cross-functional projects under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory and stock levels & develop accurate forecasts using advanced planning models (MRP, Kanban, CRP, min/max, JIT), collaborating with Sales and Marketing, and aligning supply with demand.
• Optimize productivity, inventory, and freight spend while owning SAP master data and item information, ensuring accuracy and compliance for planning and purchasing processes through capacity and takt planning for Mammotome and suppliers.
• Ensure key KPIs such as On-Time Delivery and Inventory Value through daily management and problem-solving.
• Maintain supplier relationships , including PO management, resolving pricing discrepancies, monitoring OTD, and driving corrective actions.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives , including training on ERP/BI tools, lean methodologies, and cross-functional projects to reduce cost and improve processes.

Benefits

• Mammotome, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it's a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info .
• We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees