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Chemical Buyer - First Priority Inc.
Categories: Pharmaceutical
Website: http://www.prioritycare.com
Position Description
This person will be responsible for the negotiation and purchasing of raw materials and chemicals. Responsibilities will include; procurement of all incoming raw materials and components; establish and execute sourcing strategies; negotiating purchase quotes, terms and agreements; maintaining an effective inventory control system; maintaining a vendor audit program and auditing vendors; maintaining appropriate raw material forecasting; delivery lead times; and managing inbound transportation logistics.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, in Business, Purchasing, Supply Chain Management or a related field
- Minimum 5 years experience in the pharmaceutical, food processing, chemical or an FDA regulated industry
- Manage and coordinate inbound transportation and logistics
- Prepare product costs and quotes as needed for new and existing products
- Act as liaison between the company and suppliers on matters involving quality
- Perform necessary follow-up and expediting activities to insure timely deliveries
- Proficient with MS Office
- Experience using the internet to source materials
- Excellent negotiation skills
- APICS or NAPM certification preferred
- An understanding of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies
Excellent benefits include medical, dental, life, 401K, sick pay, holiday pay, vacation pay and educational assistance.
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