De Soto, KS, USA
3 days ago
Buyer II
ABOUT US: 
Biodesix is a leading diagnostic solutions company with a focus in lung disease. The Company develops diagnostic tests addressing important clinical questions by combining multi-omics through the power of artificial intelligence. Biodesix offers five Medicare-covered tests for patients with lung diseases. The blood based Nodify Lung® nodule risk assessment testing strategy, consisting of the Nodify XL2® and the Nodify CDT® tests, evaluates the risk of malignancy in pulmonary nodules, enabling physicians to better triage patients to the most appropriate course of action. The blood based IQLung™ strategy for lung cancer patients integrates the GeneStrat® targeted ddPCR™ test, the GeneStrat NGS® test and the VeriStrat® test to support treatment decisions across all stages of lung cancer with results in an average of two to three business days, expediting the time to treatment. Biodesix also leverages the proprietary and advanced Diagnostic Cortex® AI (Artificial Intelligence) platform, to collaborate with many of the world’s leading biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies to solve complex diagnostic challenges in lung disease. Learn more about us at biodesix.com.    
JOB LOCATION: De Soto, KS - On-Site   OVERVIEW: The Biodesix Buyer is responsible for performing purchasing activities to ensure timely receipt of assigned material. Job involves dealing with suppliers, manufacturing and planning departments to acquire inventory in a cost effective and timely manner. Processes purchase requisitions, issue purchase orders, change orders and requests for quotes to suppliers, follow up with suppliers to ensure on time delivery.      RESPONSIBILITIES: Purchase materials to meet forecasted demand in a cost effective and timely manner.  Constantly monitor inventory levels to keep the inventory as low as possible while meeting the forecast and operational objectives.  Work closely with suppliers to resolve issues related to pricing, delivery, and quality in a timely manner.  Timely and accurate entry of purchasing orders.  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 offsite consigned inventory to ensure required levels 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.    Work with finance 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.  Create and update quality-related documentation.   Assist inventory team with regular cycle counts of Louisville inventory.    REQUIREMENTS:  Computer literacy required; Proficient with MS Office a must  Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to read and follow written and/or verbal instructions.  Ability to multi-task and monitor several projects simultaneously  Strong attention to detail  Outstanding organization 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: Bachelor's degree, preferred.  5+ years’ experience of material purchasing in a manufacturing/medical environment desired.    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:   The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member 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 team member is regularly required to use hands to grip, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and talk or hear   The team member frequently is required to sit, walk, and reach with hands and arms; occasionally is required to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and must occasionally lift and/or move more than 25 pounds   Specific vision abilities required by this job include visual acuity to Colorado driver’s license requirements     COMPENSATION:  Annual compensation range $64,800 to $76,200 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. 
 
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