Buyer/Planner
ZOLL Medical Corporation
At ZOLL, we're passionate about improving patient outcomes and helping save lives. We provide innovative technologies that make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Our medical devices, software and related services are used worldwide to diagnose and treat patients suffering from serious cardiopulmonary and respiratory conditions.
The Acute Care Technology division of ZOLL Medical Corporation develops and delivers innovative lifesaving products and software solutions to EMS, hospital, public safety, and military customers globally. Products include AEDs, trauma kits, ventilators, temperature management solutions, and more. Our dedicated employees take pride in their commitment to improving patient outcomes while delivering world-class customer service.
At ZOLL, you won’t just have a job. You'll have a career—and a purpose.
Join our team. It’s a great time to be a part of ZOLL!
Job Summary
Responsible for the planning and procurement of direct materials that will be used in production, as well as some indirect materials and services.
Essential Functions
Reviews internal purchase requisitions for correctness and places purchase orders accordingly
Plans for the purchase of materials for assigned suppliers or commodities by utilizing reports and demand planning tools, and places purchase orders per company S.O.P.’s
Ensures adherence to supplier commitments such as pricing and on-time delivery
Meets inventory targets through planning and purchase order maintenance
Along with Demand Planner, forecasts future demand requirements and publishes supplier forecasts
Works with suppliers and Commodity Management to identify cost reduction and other value adding initiatives
Participates in supplier business reviews and audits as necessary
Performs other duties as assigned by Management
Demonstrates trustworthiness and professionalism with suppliers, management, peers, and team members
Required/Preferred Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree in business related field from an accredited college/university with 2-4 years of Procurement/Supply Chain experience or 4-6 years of Procurement/Supply Chain experience required
Manufacturing environment and/or regulated environment (Medical, Aerospace, Nuclear) experience preferred
Experience with ERP systems, implementation experience preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to establish and maintain supplier relationships and lead projects
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to effectively communicate with internal customers, external suppliers, and colleagues
Ability to read and interpret Auto/CAD drawings
Strong analytical skills
Keen attention to detail; able to produce error free work
Possess basic knowledge of supply chain activities, including transformation of natural resources, raw materials and components into a finished product that is delivered to the end customer
Recognize the ways that supply chains link value chains
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Working Conditions
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
ZOLL is a fast-growing company that operates in more than 140 countries around the world. Our employees are inspired by a commitment to make a difference in patients' lives, and our culture values innovation, self-motivation and an entrepreneurial spirit. Join us in our efforts to improve outcomes for underserved patients suffering from critical cardiopulmonary conditions and help save more lives
ZOLL Medical Corporation appreciates and values diversity. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.
ADA: The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.