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Buyer/Planner (Need Medical Device Background) - Mid Level Join to apply for the Buyer/Planner (Need Medical Device Background) - Mid Level role at MillenniumSoft Inc Buyer/Planner (Need Medical Device Background) - Mid Level 11 months ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Buyer/Planner (Need Medical Device Background) - Mid Level role at MillenniumSoft Inc Position : Buyer/Planner (Need Medical Device Background) Location : San Diego, CA Duration : 6 Months Total Hours/week : 40.00 1st Shift Client: Medical Device Company Job Category: Procurement Group Level Of Experience: Mid-Level Employment Type: Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens Or GC Holders Only) Job Description Responsible for identifying and procuring goods and services at a fair and reason price to ensure business continuity for the production lines and manage optimal inventory levels. Solicit quotes, issue annual contracts based on forecast, review requisitions and release POs for the entire life cycle of the Products. Coordinate logistics and ensure JIT delivery. Negotiate effectively with Suppliers to avoid Purchase Price Variance (PPV) and partner with Sourcing when a potential PPV is greater $5k. Keep the Production Lines running using Kanban Program. Work with stakeholders and peers (Sourcing, Quality, Material Coordinators, Planning, Transportation, Engineers, Finance) to ensure requests are fulfilled. Improve supplier relationships and performance (service, on-time delivery, quality, reconciliation of invoices, POs and documentation). Lead and participate in continuous improvement/Kaizen events to improve Purchasing productivity and reduce pain points. Experience Required: 5 years Skills Required Work effectively with all types of personalities and provide excellent customer service to Suppliers and Stakeholders Understanding of the Supply Chain, and ability to use critical thinking and decision-making skills to optimize the flow of materials and know when to ship by air, rail, sea or ground transportation Comprehension of part and change order specification requirements Follow a set of procedures and processes (ability to follow standard work instructions and flex with the business changes) Experience working with and communicating effectively with Suppliers and Stakeholders Understanding of accounting principles and practices to best manage inventory, open POs, prevent PPV, reconciliation issues, and scrap, and pay Suppliers accurately and on-time. Excellent communication skills (listening, presentation, interpersonal, written) with leaders, managers, stakeholders, peers and suppliers MRP and SAP experience to plan and place POs to support the Production lines MS Office (Excel required) Ability to work on computers, facilitate conference and phone calls Project Management experience Attributes Required Understanding of Kaizens: Six Sigma and Lean, Kanban and end-to-end Supply Chain Work with the utmost integrity and build positive relationships Ability to lead and take initiative Ability to work independently and also as a team player Attention to detail and organizational skills Dependable, accountable and responsible Have a sense of urgency and take initiative Continuous improvement and problem-solving know-how Education Bachelor’s degree MBA preferred Six Sigma or Lean certification APICS, CPIM certification Nice To Have Ultriva experience SharePoint experience Skype experience Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Purchasing and Supply Chain Industries Staffing and Recruiting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at MillenniumSoft Inc by 2x Get notified about new Buyer jobs in San Diego, CA . Buyer (ISM and/or APICS Certification desired ) Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist - R10199585 San Diego, CA $73,900.00-$110,900.00 10 hours ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr