Buyer/Planner - Onsite

Starkey is hiring a Buyer/Planning at its global headquarters in Eden Prairie, MN. If you are looking for a career move to a company culture that is defined by three main principles: Caring, Fearless and Dedicated, this could be the fit for you. The Buyer/Planner position is responsible for processing purchase orders for Direct materials and services while ensuring compliance with procurement policies and procedures. The primary focus is on verifying purchase requisitions for accuracy, maintaining effective communication with suppliers, and addressing procurement needs across various internal departments. Starkey offers 4 weeks of PTO and a full benefits package.

Starkey is a world leader in the manufacturing and distribution of advanced hearing technologies. We are in the business of connecting people and changing lives. Our teams come to work each day focused on ensuring people everywhere have the products and services they need to hear better and live better. Founded in 1967 by Bill Austin, Starkey is known for our cutting-edge hearing health innovations, industry-leading research and development, and not being afraid to push the edge of what's possible. We are headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, have over 5,000 employees in 29 facilities across the globe, and do business in more than 100 markets worldwide.

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JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Purchase Order Management

• Verify and validate purchase requisitions for completeness and compliance with company policies.
• Monitor and track the status of purchase orders to ensure timely delivery and resolve any discrepancies
• Process and manage purchase orders for indirect materials and services, ensuring timely and accurate order placement.

Supplier Communication and Relationship Management

• Communicate with suppliers to confirm order details, delivery schedules, and resolve any issues related to purchase orders.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers based on mutual value principles, including openness and trust.

Procurement Analysis and Reporting

• Conduct spend analysis for a broad range of products or services in coordination with the specific category leader to identify supplier and savings opportunities.
• Collaborate with category leaders to conduct sourcing events based on priority and spend amounts

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with internal departments to address procurement needs and issues, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
• Coordinate part specification updates through cross-functional alignment and testing with quality assessments

Inventory and Materials Management

• Maintain accurate records of purchase orders and related documentation to support effective inventory management
• Anticipate critical events and identify resource requirements to support purchasing decisions based on independent and dependent variables

Continuous Improvement

• Participate in strategic buying initiatives and assist in the development of procurement strategies in collaboration with Planning and Sourcing.
• Conduct risk assessments related to supply chain disruptions and implement strategies to mitigate potential issues.
  
  

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Education
  4-year degree or equivalent required; business or supply chain emphasis preferred.
• Experience
  3 years of experience in material management or indirect purchasing desired; APICS/CPIM certification desirable.

Knowledge/Technical Requirements

• Familiarity with Oracle applications and a strong understanding of procurement processes is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and relevant procurement tools.

Competencies, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical skills.
• Oracle Experience
• Strong communication skills, with an ability to convey details and requests professionally and accurately.
• Results-oriented mindset with a strong sense of ownership and commitment to achieving meaningful outcomes.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

WORK CONTEXT

Working Conditions

• Standard office conditions

Equipment Operation

• Standard office equipment

Salary and Other Compensation:

The target rate for this position is between $64,680 to $88,200/year. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits: The following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, include medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, company-paid life and short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, employee assistance plan, hearing aid benefits, Paid Time Off, paid holidays, paid floating holidays, paid volunteer service day, paid paternity and maternity leave and tuition reimbursement.

This position is eligible for a bonus based upon performance results. There is no guarantee of payout.

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Dedicated - Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Team Player - Works well as a member of a group
Enthusiastic - Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Detail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Goal Completion - Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
Ability to Make an Impact - Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Bachelors of Economics (preferred)

3 - 5 years: (required)