Buyer

As a Buyer, you will be the key liaison between manufacturing operations and our supplier partners. You will analyze ERP requirements and issue purchase orders to meet the business needs. You will monitor delivery reports and work directly with suppliers to resolve issues. You will be instrumental in achieving cost savings through negotiations and contract implementation. You will manage supplier relationships and ensure that suppliers are delivering on key performance indicators. This is a critical role that requires a strong sense of urgency, great communications skills and the desire to make a measurable and immediate impact on the business. If you are a self-starter who loves to learn and take on new challenges, please apply now for immediate consideration. This is an onsite role in Largo, FL. Job Responsibilities: Evaluate and interpret buy signals from MRP system, experience with Oracle desirable Issue purchase orders to approved suppliers to obtain materials, at lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability and other requirements Analyze quotations, select suppliers, enter purchase orders and schedule deliveries. Negotiate pricing and terms. Follow-up on orders to expedite delivery and shipment. Resolve quality and delivery issues. Conduct supplier visits to audit procedures and evaluate facilities. Develop strong and productive relationships with suppliers. Analyze and present data. Provide recommendations based on key variables such as safety stock levels and consumption-to-forecast. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree 0-2 years supply chain experience Preferred Qualifications: Intermediate Excel & PowerPoint skills 0-20% travel This position is not eligible for employer based visa sponsorship. Benefits: CONMED offers a wide array of benefits to fit your unique needs. Visit our Benefits Page for more information. Competitive compensation Excellent healthcare including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage Short & long term disability plus life insurance -- cost paid fully by CONMED Retirement Savings Plan (401K) -- CONMED matches your contributions dollar for dollar, with the potential for up to 7% per pay period Employee Stock Purchase Plan -- allows stock purchases at discounted price Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate level courses Know someone at CONMED? Have them submit you as a referral before applying for this position to be eligible for our Employee Referral Program incentives! CONMED is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster reaffirms this commitment. Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. If you feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, you are encouraged to contact us at 800-929-7176 option #5. CONMED Corporation is a progressive, global medical device company. Through thoughtful leadership, innovation and team work, we are changing the future of medicine. Our 3,500 employees worldwide make meaningful contributions, positively impact the business, and advance in their careers as our company and product portfolio grows. We are a leader in Orthopedics, General Surgery, Gynecology, Gastroenterology, Pulmonology, and Anesthesiology and our employees enjoy challenging and diverse job opportunities across these varied specializations. We are headquartered in upstate New York with additional domestic facilities in FL, CA, MA, CO, and GA. We have an international presence in more than 20 locations throughout Europe, Australia, Latin America, Asia, North America, and the Middle East.