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Sr. Buyer (Contract)
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The Senior Buyer plans and executes procurement of custom components for a medical robotics startup, collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, and finance teams to source materials, negotiate with suppliers, and manage purchase orders in a pre-commercial launch environment.
About this role
Who We Are
Noah Medical is building the future of medical robotics. Our next generation robotic platform targets early diagnosis and treatment of patients across multiple indications. We are looking for exceptional engineers and key team members. Our incredibly talented team of engineers, innovators, and industry leaders bring years of experience from the top healthcare companies in the world, including: Intuitive, Auris, Stryker, Johnson & Johnson, Boston Scientific, Verb Surgical, Mako, Think Surgical, Medrobotics, and Hansen. We are looking for talented, motivated and ambitious team members to revolutionize robotic surgery.
About The Team:
The Senior Buyer works closely with Manufacturing, Supplier Engineering, Design Engineering, Finance, Quality and NPI Engineers in support of Supply Chain functions in a start-up environment. The Senior Buyer will work directly with Manufacturing, Supplier Engineering and Design Engineering - Projects to expedite/establish material, purchase orders, bills of materials and source material.
Contract Opportunity:
This Senior Buyer position is a 6–9 month W-2 contract opportunity, with an hourly pay range of $70–$75/hour.
A Day in The Life Of Our Senior Buyer:
- Manually plan order actions based on engineering level bills of material, project schedules, MRP and demand plans.
- Secure and analyze quotations, negotiate prices and terms with suppliers, and recommend suppliers with respect to cost, quality and delivery competitiveness for assigned responsibilities.
- Source custom components through new and existing suppliers; obtain quotations, place purchase orders, expedite and track receipts.
- Review production build plans for the procurement of production components and supplies.
- Monitor open purchase orders and lead-time; follow up as necessary with suppliers on orders.
- Ensure MRP information or data is accurate and current.
- Maintain metrics and manage supplier delivery, quality and cost issues.
- Escalate to Supplier Engineering material shortages, quality and cost issues.
About You:
- Bachelor’s Degree and 5+ years of experience (or equivalent overall experience) in planning and purchasing custom components in a production environment.
- Experience working with Engineering in a pre-commercial launch environment.
- Knowledge of bills of materials, routings, and manufacturing scheduling.
- Experience with ERP and PLM systems.
- Advanced Excel user with ability to create V-Look Up and Pivot tables.
- Knowledge of inventory control, material receipt, and cycle count programs.
- Highly organized and can communicate effectively for providing status and problem resolution.
- Ability to travel up to 10%
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Pay Transparency
The Pay Range for this position is listed. Noah Medical offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors such as location as permitted by law. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives.
Benefits & Perks (For Full Time Employees):
- Competitive Salary
- Comprehensive health insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision + HSA and FSA options
- Equity & Bonus Program
- Life Insurance (company paid & supplemental) and Disability insurance
- Mental health support through medical insurance programs
- Legal and Pet Insurance
- 12+ paid holidays, Flexible Time Off + Sick Time
- Paid parental leave
- In-office snacks and beverages
- In-office lunch stipend
- Learning & Development Opportunities: On-demand online training and book reimbursement
- Team building and company organized social and celebration events
Noah Medical may offer remote, hybrid, or onsite work arrangements within the state of California depending on the specific team and/or role where applicable.
Noah Medical is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to ensuring an inclusive environment for our employees. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex or gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital or protected military or veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.
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