Our client is a top-tier manufacturer of implantable medical devices for the world’s leading medical OEM’s. Driven by innovation and experience spanning three decades, they ensure critical supply chain requirements are met to enhance the lives of patients globally. Our client combines cutting-edge technology, innovative solutions, and experienced teams to help bring some of the most important medical devices to market. They bridge the gap between ideas and life-changing devices utilized by surgical teams in every corner of the planet.
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
The Buyer/Planner has the primary responsibility of ensuring material availability to support the production schedule, this includes managing inventory levels, supporting material/product level revisions, interacting/coordinating with suppliers on a variety of topics, and supporting other business functions as required.
This is a full-time, onsite position located in the greater Newington, CT area.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Place purchase orders with suppliers for the procurement of production material as required by forecast and the production schedule.
• Monitor status of open purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery of all materials, including timely resolution, communication, and mitigation of future potential problems.
• Expedite or defer orders as required based on schedule/inventory changes determine and establish optimal inventory levels based on forecast, demand variation, and material lead times.
• Coordinate material flows throughout product/BOM changes, obsolescence, and the introduction of new suppliers and/or materials due to new product development.
• Manage the inter-company flow of materials between warehouse locations.
• Manage and resolve issues regarding PO to invoice discrepancies, returns and quality problems with suppliers.
• Provide back-up support for supply chain functions including shipping, receiving, material handling and other duties as assigned.
• Setup & maintain material master system planning parameters (MOQ, lead time, safety stocks).
• Collaborate with internal customers and provide a high level of customer service, including recommending solutions, resources, and alternative supply options.
• Ensure compliance with all Company and Procurement policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education

• BS/BA in Business (Supply Chain preferred) OR equivalent combination of education and buyer experience.
• 3-5 years of experience as a Buyer/Planner/Material Scheduler within manufacturing environment. 

Preferred Skills/Qualifications

• Expert applied knowledge of forecasting, MRP, transportation, supply chain, inventory management and warehousing disciplines.
• Proficient with MS Office suite – advanced skills with MS Excel.
• Strong sense of urgency & attention to detail.
• Excellent organization, communication, and follow-up skills.
• Able to influence others & manage conflict.
• Ability to self-direct and take constructive action in ambiguous situations.
• Extremely high standards of excellence.
• Analytical with a methodical approach to problem solving.
• Experience establishing and employing demand-pull material planning methods. 

The anticipated salary range for this position is $65,000 to $85,000 annually.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and/or hear, and/or use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand, and/or walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds while moving tooling, fixtures, equipment and/or small packages. The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.