Supply Assurance Buyer I

Bio-Rad Laboratories•Portland, ME

6d•Onsite

About The Position

A day in the life of a Supply Assurance Buyer at Bio-Rad typically involves ensuring that the materials and components required for production are available when needed, while maintaining a balance between inventory levels and production demands. This position must be based in Portland, Maine and requires the employee to be located within commuting distance of the office.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Supply Chain Management, logistics, Business Administration or related discipline.
Minimum 2 years of purchasing and planning experience.
Experience in Manufacturing environment.
Possess good computer skills including MS Office and strong in Microsoft Excel.

Nice To Haves

Knowledgeable of SAP ERP will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

Ensure timely execution of MRP supply, forecast, and exception reports to suppliers, aligning supplier delivery commitments with production requirements.
Oversee purchasing of both direct and indirect commodities, including chemicals, biologicals, and packaging components.
Expedite deliveries and address material shortages to support uninterrupted production.
Manage and resolve supplier returns, goods receipts, and invoice discrepancies promptly.
Maintain data accuracy and integrity while adhering to established procedures and standards.
Optimize inventory levels to support production needs while minimizing inventory holding costs.
Serve as a liaison between Purchasing and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on supply needs and priorities.