Job Information
Merit Medical Systems, Inc Global Procurement Agent in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Reference #: JR108544 Why Merit?
At Merit Medical, our mission is to create innovative medical devices that improve lives. Our goal is to hire and develop people who want to build something special through hard work, team effort, and commitment. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of patients around the world.
WORK SHIFTDAY (United States of America)
SUMMARY OF DUTIESThis position maintains supply and support for various product lines through purchase orders. Also supports Global Sourcing by managing procurement duties within the commodity to which he/she is assigned for cost savings initiatives. The position routinely resolves transactional challenges found within the supply chain both at the company and at supplier(s).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED
Prepares purchase orders through Oracle system and obtains the appropriate approvals.
Interacts with suppliers to schedule on-time delivery, resolves shipping & invoice errors. Workswith the QA teams and Engineering as required for disposition of non-conforming materials.
Attends relevant production, planning, and engineering meetings to support production lines.
Notifies commodity leads of all price changes. Works with the Global Sourcing team to implementnew pricing on PO's.
When invited, meets with suppliers and manufacturers' representatives to maintain a goodworking relationship.
Communicates with suppliers regarding forecast, blanket PO's, and contracts.
Submits Supplier Change Notices & Assessment Summary forms for all product changenotifications.
Ggathers data from company resources to support RFQ conducted by Global Sourcing Team
Monitors inventory levels to maintain optimal company targets.
Regularly runs reports on Safety Stock levels, Past Due Orders, PO confirmations, InventoryReserve, Hot Purchasing Report, and all others as required.
Performs other tasks, as required.
SUMMARY OF MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and/or experience equivalent to related Bachelor's degree. A minimum of two (2) years of purchasing experience. Knowledge of purchasing methods and procedures. Basic knowledge of negotiation process and how to communicate professionally with suppliers. Good understanding of business fundamentals: profitability, growth, capacity, financialstatements, manufacturing capabilities. Demonstrated computer skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and able to adapt to other systemdatabases and other applicable software programs.
COMPETENCIES
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work well with others.
Relationship management
Logistical Qualifications
Results oriented
Analytical skills
Technology aptitude
As an eligible Merit employee, you can expect the following:
- Multiple Shifts and Hours to choose from: Days, Swing (Eve), and Nights
- Medical/Dental & Other Insurances (eligible the first of month after 30 days)
- Low Cost Onsite Medical Clinic
- Two (2) Onsite Cafeterias
- Employee Garden | Gardening Classes
- 3 Weeks' Vacation | 1 Week Sick-Time | Paid Holidays
- 401K | Health Savings Account
To see more on our culture, go to www.merit.com/careers.
Military Veterans are encouraged to Apply.
Merit is a proud Utah Patriot Partner committed to hiring our Veterans.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/D/V. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled