Sr Buyer/Planner

Based in Mountain View, CA., NeuroPace is a commercial-stage medical device company focused on transforming the lives of people suffering from epilepsy by reducing or eliminating the occurrence of debilitating seizures. Its novel and differential RNS System is the first and only commercially available, brain-responsive platform that delivers personalized, real-time treatment at the seizure source.

At NeuroPace, employees are our greatest asset. We are continually searching for solution-oriented individuals who can bring energy and creativity to our growing workforce. At NeuroPace, our success depends upon our ability to recruit and retain the most talented, enthusiastic and dedicated people we can find and providing them with a dynamic and challenging environment in which to thrive.

We are currently seeking a Senior Buyer/Planner to join our team. This individual is responsible for planning, purchasing, scheduling, coordinating, and monitoring products throughout the entire production cycle. This position will need to be locally based our in Mountain View, CA headquarters.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning component purchases and subassemblies to support the manufacturing plan while maintaining optimal inventory levels.
• Purchase material in alignment with production schedules, sales forecasts, and inventory targets to ensure uninterrupted manufacturing operations. This includes monitoring lead times, managing supplier commitments, and adjusting purchase orders to accommodate changes in demand or supply constraints.
• Ensure the accuracy of the item master and vendor lead time data in the ERP system.
• Negotiate supplier pricing to support cost reduction and gross margin goals. Identify and qualify new sources when existing suppliers or technologies are insufficient.
• Provide master scheduling support by developing, maintaining, and analyzing the master production schedule (MPS) to align supply with demand.
• Ability to serve as the Materials representative in project meetings to provide input on supply chain and production readiness.
• Support supplier Business Reviews
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field preferred
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in Planning and Purchasing roles
• At least 2 years of experience in the medical device industry (strongly preferred)
• Proficient in ERP systems
• Solid understanding of inventory management principles
• Experience working within a rigorous quality system environment (ISO 13485, FDA cGMP/QSR).
• CPIM (Certified in Planning and Inventory Management) certification is a plus
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Strong MS Office skills.
  
  

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Life
• 401K
• RSU
• 529 plan
• ESPP Program
• Health & Wellness Program
• Generous Paid Time Off plus eleven paid holidays
• FSA & Commuter Benefits
  
  

NeuroPace is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and values the contributions of our culturally diverse workforce.

Compensation:

$120K-$140K Base - Compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to skill set, years of experience and geographic location.

NeuroPace is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and values the contributions of our culturally diverse workforce.

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Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Life
• 401K
• RSU
• 529 plan
• ESPP Program
• Health & Wellness Program
• Generous Paid Time Off plus eleven paid holidays
• FSA & Commuter Benefits
  
  

NeuroPace is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and values the contributions of our culturally diverse workforce.

San Francisco and Los Angeles applicants: The Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance or the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (as applicable)

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