Purchasing Agent
Illumina, Inc.
What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity?At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.
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Job Description
Adhering to Illumina’s Global Purchasing Policy and best practices, this position will lead supplier onboarding efforts and work closely with internal stakeholders to guide them through creating purchase requisitions and managing all issues related to purchase orders.
Responsibilities:
Ensure that all requisitions and other purchase documents comply with established processes, policies and proceduresProvide support after requisition has been issued to a purchase order to internal users as well as suppliersManage all supplier onboarding requests (indirect and direct) and all changes to supplier recordsSupport purchases outside of purchase order process such as purchase card orders; including reporting and follow up with leadershipManagement of internal ordersWork closely with fellow purchasing/sourcing team on RFQ processMonitor and expedite open orders and manage open orders, as necessaryExecute ideas for cost savings with collaboration of team membersMaintain strong collaboration with internal customers to ensure products and services are delivered at the right price, quantity, quality, and timeProvide Ariba catalog enablement support and maintenance and continuous improvement of catalog processManage backend processes such as invoice resolution issues and closing POsAdvocate and enforce the Global Purchasing PolicyMaintain methodology and tools for ongoing performanceListed responsibilities are an essential, but not exhaustive list, of the usual duties associated with the position. Changes to individual responsibilities may occur due to business needs.
Requirements:
Experience in Indirect Purchasing ActivitiesExperience with MRP, SAP, and Ariba is needed Exceptional customer service skills and experienceBioscience background preferredAble to work independentlyHigh attention to detail and ability to balance multiple priorities simultaneouslyProven ability to negotiateIntermediate level skills with Microsoft Office suiteExcellent interpersonal and verbal communication skillsEffective verbal, written, and presentation skillsWillingness to work in shift to support US Region (No night shift required)All listed requirements are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional task and responsibilities
Experience/Education:
Typically requires a minimum of 3-5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 2 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work experience.Illumina believes that everyone has the ability to make an impact, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information.
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