Sr Analyst, Buyer

Plan the procurement of the material required to support Customer Demand and New Product introduction, and develop and execute the business unit production schedule.

How you will make an Impact:

Planner

Develop and schedule the Manufacturing Production Plan from the Master Production Schedule requirements with increased complexity and volume and with higher level of autonomy.

Development includes the following:

• Manage issues preventing execution of the MPS and production plan. Issues include but are not limited to non-conforming materials or processes, material or equipment availability, completing unplanned requirements
• Analyze resource availability, develop short-mid-long-range capacity plans with manufacturing and support teams, and lead teams to ensure plans are met
• Work order management (generation, follow up and closure) in the system, that reflects accurate information and ensures MPS/MRP correct signals
• Manage work order progress, including working with production and other supporting departments (e.g., quality, microbiology, engineering) to ensure production plans are met
• Establish and maintain inventory health targets. Includes developing action plans to optimize inventory within the site, while considering overall organization inventory, in conjunction with Global Demand functions

Buyer

Plan materials requirements aligned to the demand coming from the production schedules and new product launches, with increased complexity and volume and with higher level of autonomy. including:

• Working with the supplier and supplier quality to ensure materials are made to the proper specs
• Analyzing current EW and VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory) levels to determine if VMI release is warranted, and communicate inventory and future requirements to supplier
• Negotiating pricing and delivery
• Leading cross functional teams to resolve obstacles to meeting the schedule, including, but not limited to, resolving issues with non-conforming material, unclear specifications or vendor capacity constraints 
• Provide spend analysis and insights that drive operational improvement and cost savings. Report on Procurement Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and forecast performance for various spend categories
• Expediting purchase orders as required. Includes expediting material from the receiving dock though receiving inspection, to production stores
• Establish and maintain gross inventory targets with increased complexity and may review work of associates/team members. Includes developing action plans to minimize inventory exposure and for scrapping or mitigating excess and obsolete parts based on business information.
• Collaborate with internal departments and suppliers in analyzing pricing and department needs, making recommendations and implementing agreed upon solutions for cost reduction, efficiencies, and process improvement

What you will need:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent previous related experience,
• Experience in purchasing and/or production control Required

What else we look for:

• Proven expertise in Microsoft Office Suite

• Experience ERP (e.g JDE) preferred

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including negotiating and relationship management skills with ability to drive achievement of objectives

• APICS (American Production and Inventory Control Society) certification preferred

• Experience working in a medical device and/or regulated industry preferred

• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills

• Full knowledge and understanding of Edwards policies, procedures and guidelines relevant to purchasing material and/or production control

• Full knowledge of material requirements planning (MRP) and inventory management programs (e.g, JIT/Kanban, Min/Max)

• Full knowledge of market and economic indicators, practices and procurement procedures

• Strict attention to detail

• Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels

• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast paced environment

• Must be able to work in a team environment, including inter-departmental teams, key contact representing the organization on contracts or projects, and vendors/suppliers

• Ability to interact with senior internal and external personnel on significant matters often requiring coordination between organizations

​What is it like to work at Edwards Lifesciences in Spain?

As a global leader in patient-focused medical innovations, we offer rewarding opportunities and exciting challenges in a truly international, dynamic and friendly work environment.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees can grow, personally and professionally. To achieve this, we offer on-the-job development, training opportunities and the support and guidance provided by dedicated employee groups (the Edwards Network of Women, Edwards Foundation charity team, sustainability activities, and others).

Edwards Lifesciences in Spain also offers the following benefits:

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits package
• Flexible working hours, remote working
• Pension plan
• Life Insurance
• Medical plan
• Meal Vouchers
• Service Awards
• Enhanced Leave benefits
• Employee Stock Purchase Programme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• ComprehensiveWellness programme including gym membership reimbursement, fresh fruit in theoffice, yoga lessons, subsidized massages, mindfulness sessions, educational events, charity activities and much more.

Benefits are regulated by an internal policy which contains the full details regarding the entitlement and conditions for the benefits. Benefits policy and components may vary by  location.