Burke Porter, an Ascential Technologies Brand
Buyer/Planner
Burke Porter, an Ascential Technologies Brand, Ham Lake, Minnesota, United States
Summary
The Buyer/Planner plays a key role in ensuring the uninterrupted supply of materials and components to support compliant and efficient manufacturing operations. This position is responsible for production planning, procurement, and inventory management activities within a regulated environment, leveraging IFS (ERP system) and ETQ (Quality Management System - QMS).
The ideal candidate combines strong analytical and organizational skills with deep understanding of supply chain processes in the pharmaceutical or medical device sector.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Manage the end-to-end purchasing cycle using ERP, including requisition processing, purchase order creation, and supplier delivery follow-up
Support maintenance of the Approved Supplier List (ASL) within ERP/QMS systems
Collaborate with Quality and Regulatory teams to ensure all suppliers comply with GMP, ISO 13485, and FDA standards
Develop, adjust, and maintain production and material plans in ERP to align with forecasts, lead times, and capacity constraints
Monitor and communicate material shortages, schedule changes, or capacity constraints to Manufacturing and Operations
Maintain optimal inventory levels to meet production requirements while minimizing excess or obsolete stock
Set and monitor safety stock and reorder parameters in ERP based on consumption data and supplier performance/component risk factors
Coordinate with Warehouse and Quality Control to ensure traceability and compliance with batch and lot control requirements
Support internal and external audits by providing traceability reports and documentation from QMS and ERP as required
Participate in cross-functional projects to improve supply chain efficiency, cost control, and ERP/QMS integration
Maintain accurate, contemporaneous, and compliant records in accordance with data integrity (ALCOA+) principles
Expectations
Ensure material availability to support uninterrupted manufacturing and customer delivery
Maintain data integrity and accuracy in ERP and QMS to ensure real-time visibility into supply chain performance
Communicate effectively across departments (Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Finance, and Regulatory)
Uphold strict compliance with GMP, ISO 13485, FDA regulations, and internal SOPs
Demonstrate ownership and accountability in resolving material or supplier issues
Demonstrate adaptability, initiative, and effective teamwork in a collaborative, cross-functional environment
Qualifications Below are the guidelines for education, knowledge, skill, and/or abilities needed to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation will be considered for individuals who are unable to meet the required qualifications.
Proven experience with ERP systems for procurement, MRP planning, and inventory control
Working knowledge of Quality Management Systems for supplier management, Quality Events, CAPA tracking, SOPs, and document control
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to interpret data and identify trends
Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills
High attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced, regulated environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
Desired Education And/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, operations management, engineering, or a related field
4+ years of relevant experience in planning, purchasing, or supply chain operations within the pharmaceutical or medical device sector
Demonstrated understanding of GMP, ISO 13485, and FDA regulatory environments
APICS (CPIM or CSCP) certification preferred
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The Buyer/Planner plays a key role in ensuring the uninterrupted supply of materials and components to support compliant and efficient manufacturing operations. This position is responsible for production planning, procurement, and inventory management activities within a regulated environment, leveraging IFS (ERP system) and ETQ (Quality Management System - QMS).
The ideal candidate combines strong analytical and organizational skills with deep understanding of supply chain processes in the pharmaceutical or medical device sector.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Manage the end-to-end purchasing cycle using ERP, including requisition processing, purchase order creation, and supplier delivery follow-up
Support maintenance of the Approved Supplier List (ASL) within ERP/QMS systems
Collaborate with Quality and Regulatory teams to ensure all suppliers comply with GMP, ISO 13485, and FDA standards
Develop, adjust, and maintain production and material plans in ERP to align with forecasts, lead times, and capacity constraints
Monitor and communicate material shortages, schedule changes, or capacity constraints to Manufacturing and Operations
Maintain optimal inventory levels to meet production requirements while minimizing excess or obsolete stock
Set and monitor safety stock and reorder parameters in ERP based on consumption data and supplier performance/component risk factors
Coordinate with Warehouse and Quality Control to ensure traceability and compliance with batch and lot control requirements
Support internal and external audits by providing traceability reports and documentation from QMS and ERP as required
Participate in cross-functional projects to improve supply chain efficiency, cost control, and ERP/QMS integration
Maintain accurate, contemporaneous, and compliant records in accordance with data integrity (ALCOA+) principles
Expectations
Ensure material availability to support uninterrupted manufacturing and customer delivery
Maintain data integrity and accuracy in ERP and QMS to ensure real-time visibility into supply chain performance
Communicate effectively across departments (Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Finance, and Regulatory)
Uphold strict compliance with GMP, ISO 13485, FDA regulations, and internal SOPs
Demonstrate ownership and accountability in resolving material or supplier issues
Demonstrate adaptability, initiative, and effective teamwork in a collaborative, cross-functional environment
Qualifications Below are the guidelines for education, knowledge, skill, and/or abilities needed to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation will be considered for individuals who are unable to meet the required qualifications.
Proven experience with ERP systems for procurement, MRP planning, and inventory control
Working knowledge of Quality Management Systems for supplier management, Quality Events, CAPA tracking, SOPs, and document control
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to interpret data and identify trends
Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills
High attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced, regulated environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
Desired Education And/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, operations management, engineering, or a related field
4+ years of relevant experience in planning, purchasing, or supply chain operations within the pharmaceutical or medical device sector
Demonstrated understanding of GMP, ISO 13485, and FDA regulatory environments
APICS (CPIM or CSCP) certification preferred
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