ABOUT US:  Biodesix is a leading diagnostic solutions company, driven to improve clinical care and outcomes for patients. Biodesix Diagnostic Tests support clinical decisions to expedite personalized care and improve outcomes for patients with lung disease. Biodesix Development Services enable the world’s leading biopharmaceutical, life sciences, and research institutions with scientific, technological, and operational capabilities that fuel the development of diagnostic tests, tools, and therapeutics.   Our Mission:  Transform patient care and improve outcomes through personalized diagnostics that are timely, accessible, and address immediate clinical needs. Our Vision:  A world where patient diseases are conquered with the guidance of personalized diagnostics.   For more information, please visit www.biodesix.com.   JOB LOCATION: Louisville, CO - On-Site   OVERVIEW: The Biodesix Buyer is a wide-ranging role that is responsible for purchasing materials, transaction entry into the accounting systems (goods issue) and inventory control at Biodesix Headquarters. This must be accomplished with the thought of keeping inventory dollars as low as possible without any material related shortages.    RESPONSIBILITIES: Purchase materials to meet the current forecasts for each product.  Constantly monitor inventory levels to keep the inventory as low as possible while meeting the forecast and operational objectives.  Analyze actual material usage compared to forecasted demand within the structure of vendor lead times.  Maintain accurate and complete purchases, confirmation, tracking and vendor records.  Timely and accurate entry of purchasing and inventory related transactions (issuing material)  Perform and document regular cycle counts of inventory.  Work closely with planning and Lab Operations to understand the constant changes of both forecast and performance to be able to adjust orders to meet all the needs.  Communicate projections for key materials yearly and review with vendors.  Monitor vendors that store and manage inventory to make sure they maintain required levels to meet Biodesix needs.  Set guidelines for their inventory levels.  Maintain an efficient and accurate system for monitoring all open purchase orders.  Source and obtain written quotes from vendors as required for new items by utilizing specifications supplied by maintenance and operating departments.  Assist with cost estimates and special projects as needed.  Develop and provide materials reports to management.  Work with the inventory management team to ensure all deliveries satisfy the assigned purchase orders and report any back-ordered or missing products.  Source alternative products for interim shortages.    Monitor and coordinate movement of inventories in any outside warehouses.  Work with the controller to ensure the coding of inventory and purchase products are correct.  Assist in reconciling PO's and invoices with accounts payable.  Assist independent auditors in auditing PO's or other purchasing records.  Required to participate in Continuous Improvement program.  Create and update quality-related documentation.   Coordinate Vendors and/or performing Facilities and general Office Management related tasks.  REQUIREMENTS:  Comprehensive understanding of MS Excel, MS Word and industry standard purchase order software platforms.  Strong communication skills.  Impeccable attention to detail.  Outstanding organizational skills.  Clear understanding of the production planning function.  Strong analytical skills.  Ability to work well with a team  Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP a plus  EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma, required  Supply Chain for Medical/Laboratory Experience, preferred  Undergraduate degree, preferred  COMPENSATION:  Hourly Compensation starting at $28.50 Discretionary Bonus opportunity  Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, Dental, and Vision  Insurance: Short/Long Term Disability and Life Insurance  Financial benefits: 401(k), Flex Spending Account  120 hours of annual vacation  72 hours of paid sick time off   11 paid holidays + 3 floating holidays  Employee Assistance Program  Voluntary Benefits  Employee recognition program  Individual base compensation is based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related aspects.    Biodesix is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.