SENIOR BUYERMust have strong experience in SAP purchasing/planningMEDELA LLC in McHenry, ILSalary starting at $85KHybrid work schedule, must be located within daily commuting distance from McHenry, ILWe are not accepting candidates from recruiting firms/agenciesKnowing that our people are our biggest differentiator, we're committed to your development, valuing your voice and respecting your contributions, as you grow to your full potential with us. At Medela, your work is more than a job – it's a journey to building better outcomes and nurturing health for generations. Join us in our mission to turn science into care.Medela's US-based manufacturing and development facility is headquartered in McHenry, Illinois The Senior Buyer position requires an on-site presence in McHenry, IL.What We Offer our Senior Buyer
Salary starting at $85K base
Comprehensive benefits plan
401K with match
Money Purchase Plan
16-week Paid Parental Leave
Generous PTO package, including paid holidays
A great place to work!
Education/Experience Requirements – Senior Buyer
Bachelor's degree preferred; a major in Business or Supply Chain preferred
Expertise with SAP purchasing is required: This individual will be the Key SAP User
A minimum of three years of experience focusing on procurement is required
Experience in a medical manufacturing environment is preferred
Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite and data extraction software is preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience working in an environment with global objectives
Must be able to read, understand and communicate in English
Position Responsibilities – Senior Buyer
Placing individual orders for all kinds of direct material as well as call-off/release orders based on existing blanket orders/quantity contracts
Order Management: Ensure on-time supply for all parts and work with Master Scheduler to manage exceptions
Proactive communication of stock-out situations
Master Data Management: Full responsibility for the master data for all assigned parts and suppliers, coordinating with Finance as required
Slow-Moving, Excess, and Obsolete Inventory (SLOB): Identify and address slow-moving, excess, and obsolete inventory
Inventory Management: Support departmental goals for turns and production schedule support
PI/PO: Professional Execution of phase-in and phase-out processes at suppliers and locally, including but not limited to new products, EOL (End of Life), or supplier changes (phase-over)
Supplier Forecasts: Regularly provide non-binding forecasts and updates on required quantities to suppliers to enable them to plan forward. Follow-up with suppliers after communication to ensure acceptance
Quantity Contracts/Supplier Schedules/Blankets: Planning, issuance, and order management. Ensure vendors are utilizing the information appropriately
Budget: Support the budget processes as directed by Finance and Management. Track performance to budget during the year
Supplier Evaluation: Execution of frequent supplier evaluations according to procedures and needs of the business, including yearly capacity review against 12–24-month projections. Work with Procurement staff and Quality to implement improvements as needed
Responsible for adhering to Purchasing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Training Lead for operational procurement: Execute training on SAP, operational purchasing procedures, and other relevant processes to members of operational procurement and other departments as it relates to operational procurement.
Travel as may be required to meet business and customer expectations, up to 10%
More responsibilities are outlined in the job description
This is not a job description. More details will be provided regarding the functions of the Senior Buyer position.At Medela, we are proud to be the healthcare choice for more than 6 million hospitals and homes worldwide, leading the way in research-based breast milk feeding and baby products, healthcare solutions, and clinical education. Our strength lies in our dedicated employees, whose passion and energy are the driving force behind our business success and impact, committed to supporting moms, families, patients and healthcare professionals from hospital to home.We are not accepting any candidates from recruiting firms/agencies.As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, protected veteran status, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, HIV/AIDs status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity (transgender status), weight, height or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance.
