Buyer Jobs in Cambridge, MA

Job Information

Number

ICIMS-2025-8458

Job function

Supply Chain

Job type

Full-time

Location

Bedford - 180 Hartwell Road Bedford, Massachusetts 01730 United States

Country

United States

Shift

About the Position

Introduction

Werfen

Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain. We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe, and our workforce is more than 7,000 strong.

Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We're passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care.

Overview

Position Summary :

Purchases supplies and materials at the optimum terms to meet Company goals. Utilizing the output of Company's ERP system, interprets demand and insures appropriate order coverage for all material within their responsibility. Identifies new and alternative sources of supply. Prepares RFQs and performs supplier surveillance. Manages sources of supply through regular contact which may include teleconference, site visits and / or periodic formal reviews. Maintains systems and records to ensure accurate data in conformance to standard procedures. Assist management with all other supply issues as required.

Responsibilities

Key Accountabilities

Essential Functions :

• Works in conformance to relevant SOP's governing purchase order issue, modification, receipts, returns to vendor, record keeping and the approval of suppliers.
• Ensures that all material requirements for assigned items are covered with Purchase Orders, Contracts or Supply Agreements only with approved suppliers.
• Periodically reviews relevant systems output to issue new purchase orders or revise existing orders for assigned items.
• Performs all activities relating to the placing and revision of orders and systems maintenance and quality records therein related.
• Communicates with suppliers on all issues regarding price, quality or delivery requirements on a timely basis to minimize interruption in the supply chain.
• Insures all issues of supplier non-conformance are documented appropriately and that department management is made aware of any supplier related issue that could interrupt the supply chain or adversely affect Company financial performance.
• Acts as principal interface with Accounts Payable and Inventory Control to resolve errors and delays in paying invoices.

Budget Managed (if applicable) :

Internal Networking / Key Relationships :

Skills & Capabilities :

Qualifications

Min Knowledge & Experience Required for the Position :

International Mobility : Required :

Travel Requirements :

If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis we encourage you to submit your resume or CV.

Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual's race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin / ancestry, age, mental / physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact [email protected] for assistance.

We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 7,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.

www.werfen.com

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