Buyer Planner - Lab Materials
Millipore Corporation

Work Location: Rockville, Maryland
Shift: No
Department: LS-LS-TTTSU Supply Chain US
Recruiter: Genie Hooper

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Your role:

At MilliporeSigma, as a Buyer Planner - Lab Materials, you are primarily responsible for the ongoing procurement and negotiations of cGLP/cGMP materials, equipment, supplies and services that meet the quality standards of the company. This role may evaluate and analyze supplier quotes, negotiate prices, maintain relationships with suppliers, resolve supplier issues and ensures orders are delivered on time. You will perform duties required to purchase indirect and direct materials for cGLP/cGMP laboratories, equipment and/or services necessary for the operation of the site.

• Generate, review and/or analyze purchase requisitions and purchase orders
• Monitor inventory levels of assigned materials to ensure minimum stock levels are maintained
• Lead and/or assist with sourcing, negotiation and supplier selection that meet the company's quality, price, and delivery requirements
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and vendors
• Ensure timely delivery of items and follow up with suppliers on late orders
• Communicate late order, backorder, or supply disruption information to internal departments. Work to resolve issue to avoid testing disruptions
• Work with inventory groups, finance and suppliers to reconcile discrepancies in receiving and invoicing
• Set-up and maintain material, supplier and planning system data in the MRP/ERP system to include accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other important data
• Prepare metrics/KPIs and reports on purchase activity and supplier performance
• Support Supplier Quality in monitoring supplier performance in terms of quality, cost, and delivery
• Coordinates on-site supplier visits with internal departments
• Maintain relationships with MBS (Merck Business Services) accounts payable and purchasing teams, finance and LSS (Life Science Services) sourcing teams
• Perform other duties/special projects as assigned

Who You Are:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in any discipline with 2+ years' industry experience
• Bachelor's Degree in any discipline with 4+ years' industry experience
• High School diploma or GED with 8+ years' experience in a Supply Chain field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain management, Engineering, Scientific or Business
• Experience in purchasing, buying, planning and/or related supply chain work
• Experience in cGxP environment
• Strong knowledge of purchasing principles and procedures
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skill
• Proficiency in using data analysis tools (Excel, etc.)
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy
• Ability to work effectively in a team and cross-functional environment
• Practical knowledge of SAP S/4 HANA, Oracle, or equivalent ERP systems
• ASCM/APICS certification

The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination.

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