Buyer III

The Opportunity

QuidelOrtho unites the strengths of Quidel Corporation and Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, creating a world-leading in vitro diagnostics company with award-winning expertise in immunoassay and molecular testing, clinical chemistry and transfusion medicine. We are more than 6,000 strong and do business in over 130 countries, providing answers with fast, accurate and consistent testing where and when they are needed most – home to hospital, lab to clinic.

Our culture puts our team members first and prioritizes actions that support happiness, inspiration and engagement. We strive to build meaningful connections with each other as we believe that employee happiness and business success are linked. Join us in our mission to transform the power of diagnostics into a healthier future for all.

The Role

As we continue to grow as QuidelOrtho, we are seeking a Buyer III to support our Materials Management team. This person supports direct material purchasing, indirect material, capital equipment and services to support the production plan. Conform to good manufacturing practices and ISO requirements. Works with supply chain team to develop supply chain strategies, minimize risks, ensure continuity of supply, maintain appropriate inventory levels, reduce supply chain costs, and improve capabilities of suppliers. Works with suppliers to improve quality and productivity, and decrease supply chain risks, and reduce cost. Exercises judgment to determine order quantities, timing, and deliveries, changes to production schedules, and changes in market conditions that could affect supply reliability. May develop sources for materials. Ensures current approved specifications are adequately communicated to suppliers. Manages supplier material return process and obtains timely credits for returns. Purchases involve more complex terms and conditions than purchases typically assigned to buyers. Represents the supply chain function on project teams and supplier surveys. Assesses supply chain risks and recommends actions to mitigate risks.

This position will be onsite full-time in our Carlsbad office in San Diego, CA.

The Responsibilities

• Purchases materials based on Min/Max report, MRP, and business acumen.
• Check purchase requisitions, obtain quotations, examine bids, and make awards.
• Source materials and services to support internal customer needs.
• Maintain purchased material inventory between Min and Max level.
• Negotiates costs of materials, inbound freight, and purchase contract terms and conditions.
• Supports R&D and new product development through team participation.
• Works with Quality Engineering and R & D to improve systems and to ensure appropriate and timely material availability, correct documentation, raw material specifications, NCMR’s and Certificates of Analysis.
• Manages and analyzes inventory investment and turns.
• Develops and maintains effective supplier relationships, exercising ethical negotiation and communication techniques.
• Represents supply chain on supplier audits.
• Monitors supplier performance and takes appropriate action to manage suppliers.
• Analyze data and apply business intelligence to make business proposal and decision.
• Check purchase requisitions, obtain quotations, examine bids, and make awards.
• Source materials and services to support internal customer needs.
• Carries out duties in compliance with GMPs, established corporate policies & procedures and FDA/ISO regulations pertaining to the purchasing function.
• Demonstrates commitment to the development, implementation and effectiveness of Quality Management System per ISO, FDA, and other regulatory agencies.
• Provides guidance to members of the supply chain team.
• Manages relationships with each supplier and acts as the “go to” person for all material availability and pricing discussions.
• Supports supplier audits related to assigned product / supplier and travels as needed to that end.
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.

The Individual

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• Minium 6 years of experience in supply chain or procurement functions in progressively responsible positions in a highly regulated/analytical manufacturing environment.
• Strategic thinker, strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in MS Excel and other data analysis tools.
• Effectively and professionally interact with all organizational levels and coordinate project activities.
• Experience in key performance indicators, process optimization, and continuous improvement.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in supply chain, Operations, Business Administration, or related field.

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and inventory management principles.
• Advanced negotiation and contract writing skills.
• Desirable certifications: ISM, APICS CPIM, CFPIM, or CIRM; or NAPM CPM.

• Familiar with federal and other regulations, e.g., QSR’s, ISO, ISO 13485, CMDR.
• Advanced negotiation skills with suppliers in challenging situation.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and inventory management principles.

The Key Working Relationships

Internal Partners:

• Supports all internal customers by providing procurement information and effective procurement response. Jointly conducts supplier surveys with the Quality Department.

External Partners:

• Negotiates contracts, product availability, lead time and pricing with outside suppliers. 
• Conducts supplier business meetings.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics are representative of both an office and manufacturing environment and may include handling of potentially hazardous chemicals. Some time spent in production areas and warehouse. Flexible work hours to meet project deadlines. Occasional travel required. Travel includes airplane, automobile travel and overnight hotel.

Physical Demands

Position requires ability to lift up to 30 lbs. on a regular basis. Typically, 40% of time in meetings; 60% of time at the desk on computer/doing paperwork/ on phone, doing analytical work. Walking, standing, and sitting for long periods of time are routine to accomplish tasks in this role. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision and the ability to adjust focus. Position may be required to use Personal Protective Equipment as posted.

Salary Transparency

The salary range for this position takes into account a wide range of factors including education, experience, knowledge, skills, geography, and abilities of the candidate, in addition to internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary range for this position is $90,000 to $105,000. QuidelOrtho offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with a 401(k) plan, employee assistance program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (including sick time), and paid Holidays. All benefits are non-contractual, and QuidelOrtho may amend, terminate, or enhance the benefits provided, as it deems appropriate.

Equal Opportunity

QuidelOrtho believes in Equal Opportunity for all and is committed to ensuring all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, have an opportunity to apply for those positions that they are interested in and qualify for without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. QuidelOrtho is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so that an individual can perform the duties. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and require special assistance or an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please contact us at [email protected].