Buyer

Bausch + Lomb (NYSE/TSX: BLCO) is a leading global eye health company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people around the world—from the moment of birth through every phase of life. Our mission is simple, yet powerful: helping you see better, to live better. 

Our comprehensive portfolio of over 400 products is fully integrated and built to serve our customers across the full spectrum of their eye health needs throughout their lives. Our iconic brand is built on the deep trust and loyalty of our customers established over our 170-year history. We have a significant global research, development, manufacturing, and commercial footprint of approximately 13,000 employees and a presence in approximately 100 countries, extending our reach to billions of potential customers across the globe. We have long been associated with many of the most significant advances in eye health, and we believe we are well positioned to continue leading the advancement of eye health in the future. 

OBJECTIVES / PURPOSE OF JOB

•             Purchase of all material for the Clearwater manufacturing facility, both direct and in-direct.  Manage components from new product development through discontinuation of product, including cost, delivery, inventory, and payment. Participate in cross-functional teams to represent Procurement function. Manage supplier relationships to drive quality and total cost of acquisition.

KEY ACTIVITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify and implement cost improvement projects (CIPs) through design changes, resourcing, and supplier negotiations. Monitor and address PO pricing to reduce negative purchased price variance (PPV).
• Manage relationships of key suppliers and develop partnerships that improve overall efficiency, quality, and performance.
• Plan component requirements using MRP. Communicate potential shortages to appropriate personnel (commercial, planning and manufacturing). Work with suppliers to proactively mitigate shortages or recover when necessary.
• Place purchase orders with suppliers and monitor adherence to delivery schedules. Reschedule orders based on forecast and requirement changes.
• Comply with all contract terms associated with assigned suppliers. Provide forecasts to suppliers as agreed.
• Manage inventory levels. Adjust orders as necessary to reduce excess inventory. Negotiate with suppliers to reduce lead time and lot sizes. Implement pull system or other inventory management systems with suppliers to reduce inventory levels.
• Manage maintenance of business (MOB) changes and supplier requested changes on purchased components that require a new source or new supplier to ensure smooth transitions and limited scrap costs. Utilize SQM processes as required.
• Participate in the material review board (MRB) and lead team consensus on disposition of rejected purchased material. Act as primary interface with supplier. Follow return to vendor process to return defective product to suppliers.
• Address match exception and hold outs with suppliers and Accounts Payable to be sure all invoices are paid on time. Address receipt errors, invoice errors and system errors.
• Maintain supplier information, MRP data, quote data and other information in ERPLx (MRP System) as required.
• Participate in value streams and provide purchasing perspective on operational improvements.

QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING

Desired Education:

• BS or BA or equivalent experience.

Desired Experience:

• Special Skills: Excellent understanding of MRP, verbal and written communication skills, negotiating skills. Able to use and understand Microsoft Office suite products. Ability to work well within diverse teams.
• Experience (required): 1-3 years procurement experience utilizing MRP systems; experience negotiating with suppliers; knowledge of contracts-supply agreements and technical services agreements. An understanding and ability to read drawings, specifications, and government regulations on qualification for medical devices.
• The successful candidate will be flexible in their approach, adapts well to change, and works well under pressure. They will have the ability to prioritize multiple tasks with limited oversight and a strong ability to follow up on issues through resolution.

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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Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

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