Buyer Planner

Hatfield, PA

Position supports two sites: Hatfield, PA 80% onsite and Morgantown, PA up to 20% onsite

COMPANY SUMMARY

Inverness Graham, a Philadelphia based buyout firm that acquires innovative companies where technology is transforming traditional industry, has created a new Life Sciences and Diagnostics platform with the acquisitions of Electron Microscopy Sciences (EMS) and Azer Scientific. Founded in 1969, EMS is the most comprehensive source for all microscopy and general laboratory research fields. Azer Scientific was founded in 2003 and has grown into a leading healthcare supplier serving histology laboratories. The two brands share a common mission to partner with customers to drive service innovation within the life sciences and diagnostic industries and, today, serve customers across 100 countries.

POSITION SUMMARY

Maintain metrics, support lean activities and initiatives, and support EHS activities and initiatives. Conducts business by using appropriate judgement for actions, maintains high standard of work behaviors. Refraining from soliciting or accepting gifts, prejudicial discounts, entertainment, favors, or services from present or potential suppliers that might influence or appear to influence purchasing decisions. Ensure that the highest quality standards are maintained in all functions and responsibilities of the job as well as executed in a manner which supports our quality standards.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Procures materials components, equipment, supplies and services necessary for the operation of the company.
• Plan, schedule, and monitor goods and services to meet the production requirements of the company.
• Check requisitions and MRP requirements, contact and evaluate sources, examine bids and makes awards.
• Set-up and maintain material, supplier and planning system data in the MRP/ERP system.
• Exercise working knowledge of goods, services, and sources of supply to make purchases at prices consistent with quality and quantity requirements.
• Determine material requirements from production and inventory team members and production schedules. Coordinate the efficient movement of materials through the production and distribution cycle.
• Identify and evaluate sources of supply consistent with quality and quantity requirements of the company.
• Follow up on goals and objectives of the purchasing department to ensure compliance.
• Take on special assignments as warranted.
• Work with receiving, finance, and suppliers to reconcile discrepancies in receiving and invoicing.
• Develop, implement, and support sourcing and supplier management initiatives.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery and lead-time with suppliers and partners.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrated negotiation skills.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to communicate with technical and non-technical teams.
• Ability to communicate effectively and build strong relationships with external partners.
• Highly motivated self-starter and able to work under ambiguity.
• Organized and able to balance multiple priorities appropriately.
• Goal-focused and committed to completing task.
• Logical thinking with creative problem-solving ability.
• Detail-oriented, highly motivated, patient and diligent.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• 2 years of material buying and planning in a manufacturing setting. Will consider recent college graduates with relevant internship experience.
• Previous experience in a chemical manufacturing environment or a catalog distribution business.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems.
• Experience in supply chain management and inventory control.
• BS degree in supply chain operations field, BA equivalent, certification, or relevant work experience.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• PMAC designation.
• APICS certification.
• Deacom.

Electron Microscopy Sciences/Azer Scientific provides equal employment opportunities to all persons and prohibits employment decisions based on race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or sexual orientation.

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