Description Reports To: Global Director, DC Job Type: Full-timeCompany Background: ABEC has been a leading supplier to the biopharmaceutical manufacturing industry for over years.
ABEC's unique value is based on combining long experience with the ability to engineer, design, manufacture, commission, qualify, and service the entire bioprocess to reduce overall cost, shorten time to market, and maximize productivity.
ABEC's products include process and equipment engineering/consulting services, comprehensive site services, bioreactors and fermenters, filtration and chromatography systems, prep and hold systems, and cleaning/sterilization systems.Position Summary:The DC Buyer will transact business to buy the products or services required by ABEC with the most favorable terms and conditions.
The DC Buyer will work with the people in the organization to determine needs and develop effective business relationships with vendors to meet those needs in the best interest of ABEC.Responsibilities:Ø Support DC Operations with on-schedule procurement and delivery of components as required for manufacture of ABEC disposable containers.Ø Work with Suppliers to assure optimum combination of price, quality and lead time is obtained on all items/services purchases by ABEC.
This includes negotiation of pricing, delivery and payment terms, as well as cancellation/return/warranty policies.Ø Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure required performance (on-time delivery, quality, competitive pricing) is achieved and continuously improved.Ø Assist QC/Receiving function with resolution of product or documentation discrepancies preventing formal receipt and utilization of purchases items.
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Design as required to resolve discrepancies involving system Part Numbers, Item Descriptions, Vendor Documentation Code requirements, etc.Ø Provide DC Operations with timely updates on the status of procurement of parts for DC builds and Customer Orders.
Participate in DC Operations planning meetings as required to ensure accurate and up-to-date communication regarding Customer Orders is maintained.Ø Support DC Applications as requested to obtain quotations for materials/services related to preparation of project proposals.Ø Coordinate with DC Operations to identify opportunities for product training (Lunch & Learns) or similar technical information sessions to enhance understanding of vendor product line, new applications, cost savings, etc.Ø Work in collaboration with other department employees and Global Supply Chain Manager to identify and implement opportunities for process improvement that increase efficiency of operations, more effectively utilize resources and reduce costs.Ø Other work as assigned to support DC builds and / or customer expectations.Ø Follow all ABEC safety rules and policies.Ø Will play an active role in identifying and driving Continuous Improvement (CI) opportunity.Ø Ability to travel when required Requirements Qualifications:Ø AS in Business or related field, or equivalent experienceØ 3 to 5 years in a business environmentØ Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of company structureØ Self-starter, organized, highly adaptive, flexible, and ability to work with minimal supervision.Ø Proficiency in Microsoft's Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook Ø Analyze planning informationØ Problem solving skills.Ø Willingness and ability to learn at a challenging pace and in a changing environment.Ø Strong attention to detail.