Buyer/Planner

Primary Talent Partners has a new contract opening for a Buyer/Planner with our medical device client in Memphis, TN. This is a 23-month contract with a potential for extension.

Pay: $30.00 - $38.00/hr; W2 contract, no PTO, no Benefits. ACA-compliant supplemental package available for enrollment. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must be able to sit on Primary Talent Partners W2 without sponsorship.


Description
Responsibilities:

• Sources, purchases, plans, and schedules the movement of raw materials, packaging materials, parts, components, services, supplies, finished goods, and related material through production and inventory process.
• Identifies raw material, component, and related requirements from engineering and production specifications and schedules.
• In frontend procurement mode, analyzes data and determines factors that affect prices and determines lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and ability to meet required schedules.
• Coordinates and follows up with production, warehouse, and engineering personnel to ensure appropriate procurement, scheduling, and movement of materials and services.
• Compiles information to keep informed on price trends and manufacturing processes.
• May monitor performance of suppliers and collaborate on demand analysis planning. 
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required. Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field preferred. 
• 3-7 years of experience in purchasing, materials planning, or supply chain operations
• Experience in a manufacturing or regulated environment (medical device, pharma, or similar) strongly preferred
• Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent); experience with MRP/DRP planning tools required
• Strong understanding of procurement, demand planning, inventory control, and supplier management
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make recommendations to optimize cost, quality, and delivery
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data analysis)
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
  

Nice to Have (but not necessary):

• Experience supporting NPI (New Product Introduction)
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
• APICS certification (CPIM, CSCP) preferred
• Experience working with global suppliers or international sourcing
  

Primary Talent Partners is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application or at any point in the hiring process, please contact us at info@primarytalentpartners.com

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