Why supply chain at Stryker?As a member of our Supply Chain team, you will make a daily impact on the lives of others. Apply today and you will get a chance to work with high-functioning, driven people who all have the same mission of making healthcare better.We are proud to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces and a Best Workplace for Diversity by Fortune Magazine! Learn more about our award-winning organization by visiting stryker.comWho we want:
Self-directed initiators. People who take ownership of their work and need no prompting to drive productivity, change, and outcomes.
Collaborative partners. People who build and leverage cross-functional relationships to bring together ideas, data and insights to drive continuous improvement in functions.
Detail-oriented process improvers. Critical thinkers who naturally see opportunities to develop and optimize work processes - finding ways to simplify, standardize and automate.
What you will do:We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Buyer/Planner to join our team and manage the supply planning and procurement of modular construction products for our projects. The ideal candidate will work closely with project management teams and superintendents to understand project requirements, coordinate purchasing activities with suppliers, and ensure timely delivery of materials to construction sites. Strong communication, analytical skills, and supply chain management experience are essential for success in this role.Additional responsibilities:
Supply Planning: Collaborate with project management and superintendent teams to understand project timelines, material requirements, and specifications for modular construction products. Develop and maintain supply plans to ensure availability of materials as per project schedules.
Supplier Management: Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers for modular construction products based on quality, cost, reliability, and delivery timelines. Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers to optimize procurement processes and achieve cost savings.
Purchase Order Management: Generate and manage purchase orders for modular construction products based on project requirements and supply plans. Coordinate with suppliers to confirm order details, lead times, and delivery schedules to meet project timelines.
Inventory Control: Monitor inventory levels of modular construction products and track consumption patterns across projects. Implement inventory control measures to minimize excess stock and ensure availability of critical materials for ongoing projects.
Logistics Coordination: Coordinate shipment and delivery of materials from suppliers to construction sites. Work closely with logistics providers to optimize transportation routes, manage shipping schedules, and track deliveries to ensure on-time arrivals and minimize disruptions.
Quality Assurance: Collaborate with project teams and suppliers to ensure that delivered materials meet quality standards, specifications, and regulatory requirements. Address any quality issues or discrepancies in delivered materials promptly and effectively.
Cost Analysis and Reporting: Conduct cost analysis of purchased materials, supplier performance, and logistics expenses. Prepare regular reports on procurement activities, inventory levels, delivery performance, and cost-saving initiatives for management review.
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or a related degree
2 plus years of related experience
Preferred Skills:
Relevant procurement experience, highly
Demonstrated proficiency in MS Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access)
Highly regulated industry experience (Medical Device, Aerospace, Automotive)
Demonstrated success in inventory management and reduction
$64,600 - $100,300 salary plus bonus eligible + benefits. Actual minimum and maximum may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.About StrykerOur benefits:
12 paid holidays annually
Health benefits include: Medical and prescription drug insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, personalized healthcare support, wellbeing program and tobacco cessation program.
Financial benefits include Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), basic life and AD&D insurance, and short-term disability insurance.
For a more detailed overview of our benefits or time off, please follow this link to learn more: US Stryker employee benefits (https://cdn-static.findly.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/1427/2023/09/20143933/us-stryker-employee-benefits.pdf)About StrykerStryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 130 million patients annually. More information is available at stryker.com. (http:)Know someone at Stryker?Be sure to have them submit you as a referral prior to applying for this position. Learn more about our employee referral program on our referral page (https://careers.stryker.com/referrals/)Stryker is driven to work together with our customers to make healthcare better. Employees and new hires in sales and field roles that require access to customer accounts as a function of the job may be required, depending on customer requirements, to obtain various vaccinations as an essential function of their role.Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability.