The Opportunity:

Avantor is looking for a dedicated Buyer to join our Procurement group.  

The Buyer will be responsible for the procurement of broadly assigned items while executing buying strategies in accordance with agreed upon material buying plans at the optimum cost/quality relationship. Furthermore, the buyer will analyze market and industry conditions to develop supply recommendations while working closely with internal stakeholders and external sales representatives and vendors.

This role will be a full-time remote position.

What we’re looking for

Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or related field or equivalent experience required

Experience: 2-5+ years working in a procurement capacity or equivalent experience required

Collaboration Tool: Proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, Access, Word)

Preferred Qualifications: 

SAP, ERP experience highly preferred

APICS/CPIM certification is a plus

Formal problem-solving training highly desirable, i.e. Six Sigma

How you will thrive and create an impact

Key owner of the supplier relationship. In conjunction with Portfolio Directors, owns and resolves the daily tactical supply chain issues such as backorder resolution, open order expediting, lead time management, supplier production issues, etc. Assists in supplier meetings in support of Avantor goals and objectives.

Supports new stocking request, product launches, product promotions, or discontinuations.

Identifies and corrects Supply Chain constraints (disruptions in supply) by acting as liaison between Sales, Customer Service, Warehouse and Suppliers.

Expedites, cancels /defers and ensures system generated and manual purchase orders are aligned to support Customer need dates and communication throughout the organization as required.

Evaluates suppliers based on capability, performance and delivery.

Proactive reviews to prevent/minimize stock-outs; accountable for timely resolution of supply chain issues.

Works with suppliers to improve delivery dates and lead time.

Works with peers to manage supply chain standard operating procedures and create new documents when needed.

Embraces innovation. Stays alert to opportunities to make processes better and contributes innovative ideas for improvement. May lead process improvement projects. Adapt quickly to change.

Continual learning focus with demonstrated initiative to acquire new knowledge and experiences. Takes accountability for one’s own continuing development.

Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES (Those necessary to perform the job competently)

Demonstrated ability to analyze large data sets

Solid written and verbal communication skills, work experience in a matrix environment desirable

Robust analytical skills and the ability to make decisions based off of findings

Demonstrated time management and organizational skills. Focus oriented with attention to detail

Solid negotiating skills

Ability to work independently without direct oversight

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Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
 
The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
 
We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

Pay Transparency:

The expected pre-tax pay for this position is

Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the Equal Employment Opportunity is THE LAW Poster, EEO is the Law Poster Supplement, and Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision.

3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy:

By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.