Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

At Avantor, people are the most important part of our success because they drive our global performance. That's why our Operations, Lab Services, Sales, and many other Avantor teams rely on our talent acquisition initiatives to attract, engage and hire the right talent. Avantor's Sourcing vertical is a crucial part of this mix, enabling all our internal teams worldwide to grow beyond their limits.

Under general direction, responsible for procurement of specialized items and executing buying complex strategies in accordance with agreed upon material buying plans at the optimum cost/quality relationship. Analyzes market and industry conditions and develops supply recommendations. Interviews sales representatives and vendors. Handles complex assignments and may train and coach junior buyers.

The purpose of the Senior Procurement Associate role is to assist in managing all day-to day activities under the scope of Manufacturing Procurement, delivering value to the business through operational processes and services.

This position will report in the Planning Manager and will sit at our Phillipsburg, NJ location.

What we're looking for:

• Education: Bachelor Degree in Supply Chain Logistics Management or related field.
• Experience: Previous experience in purchasing/logistics role - minimum 3-5 years' experience
  • Proficient in Excel and SAP (Power Bi advantageous)
  • Requires specialized or advanced knowledge of operational and supply chain business practices

Who you are:

• Excellent team player that also possesses ability to work independently
• Excellent communication/presentation skills
• Reliable and confident working with limited supervision as well as stepping into lead projects
• Excellent attention to detail and high-quality focus with an analytical mindset
• Ability to work under pressure and strong problem-solving skills.
• Capable of leading department meetings and organizing conference calls when required

How you will create an impact:

• Delivers solutions to technical, customer service, or operational objectives that are complex and have a moderate impact to the business
• Identifies and resolves business and process problems where solutions are not readily available
• Manages all aspects of daily purchasing management.
• Resolves all goods inwards queries with regards to deliveries/stock/purchase orders' as appropriate.
• Manages the alignment of Pricing.
• Generates purchase orders and reviews requisitions, running PO reports when necessary.
• Delivery of agreed metrics using TDM & ABS tools.
• Resolve or escalate open PO service issues when necessary.
• Support release of NPI's and new product or supplier releases as required.
• Manages exceptions to the rule (Open PO Management).
• Co-ordinates with tactical support teams.
• Liaises with the sales and customer service teams to ensure all information regarding open purchase orders is communicated.
• Coordinates with transport in conjunction with import and export shipments.
• Liaises with freight forwarders for shipment arrangements.
• Leads regular supplier operational meetings, highlighting service issues and finding suitable solutions.
• Able to mentor, train & guide junior/intermediate associates

Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.comand let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the Equal Employment Opportunity is THE LAW Poster, EEO is the Law Poster Supplement, and Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision using the links below.