Sr. Buyer
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 Pall Corporation, 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. As a global leader in high-tech filtration, separation, and purification, Pall Corporation thrives on helping our customers solve their toughest challenges. Our products serve diverse, global customer needs across a wide range of applications to advance health, safety and environmentally responsible technologies. From airplane engines to hydraulic systems, scotch to smartphones, OLED screens to paper—everyday Pall is there, helping protect critical operating assets, improve product quality, minimize emissions and waste, and safeguard health. For the exponentially curious, Pall is a place where you can thrive and amplify your impact on the world. Find what drives you on a team with a more than 75-year history of discovery, determination, and innovation. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible. The Sr. Buyer is responsible for tactical procurement, inventory control, and supplier management for the assigned suppliers. The Senior Buyer will lead initiatives to improve supplier on-time delivery performance, optimize inventory levels, and reduce total cost while ensuring continuity of supply and supporting operational objectives. This position reports to the Sr. Materials Manager and is part of the Materials Team located in DeLand, Florida and will be an on-site role In this role, you will have the opportunity to: Lead demand, inventory, and supplier performance analysis to support strategic purchasing decisions and ensure continuity of supply. Own and oversee the complete purchase order lifecycle, including exception management, supplier follow-up, and GR/IR resolution. Develop strategic supplier partnerships and lead negotiations, delivery recovery efforts, and cost reduction initiatives. Lead data-driven problem solving to resolve material shortages, inventory imbalances, and supply chain disruptions. Represent Materials Management in cross-functional initiatives, driving continuous improvement, Kanban deployment, and operational excellence.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree preferably in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field with 5+ years in a buyer/planning function; OR Master’s degree with 2+ years of experience; OR high school diploma with 10+ years of relevant experience.
- Experience working in supply chain or logistics with various external and internal suppliers to ensured delivery or completion of materials priorities and expedited if needed.
- Work cross functionally with internal departments to ensure materials continuity, drive improvement and lead other initiatives in order to drive maximizing our customer experience
- Solid understanding of supply chain management principles, including demand & supply forecasting, inventory management, and lot restrictions.
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency using Excel and ERP systems (SAP is a plus)
- Knowledge of lean six sigma and of planning “best practices” including, but not limited to Supplier PULL Systems, Vendor Manage Inventory, Lean Daily Management, and lean improvement events
- Demonstrated experience in developing supplier relationship and driving implementation of optimal purchasing patterns.
Responsibilities
- Lead demand, inventory, and supplier performance analysis to support strategic purchasing decisions and ensure continuity of supply.
- Own and oversee the complete purchase order lifecycle, including exception management, supplier follow-up, and GR/IR resolution.
- Develop strategic supplier partnerships and lead negotiations, delivery recovery efforts, and cost reduction initiatives.
- Lead data-driven problem solving to resolve material shortages, inventory imbalances, and supply chain disruptions.
- Represent Materials Management in cross-functional initiatives, driving continuous improvement, Kanban deployment, and operational excellence.
Benefits
- health care program
- paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
