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divh2Buyer/h2pFull-time Shift: Day Max. Salary Region 2: 93800 USD Max. Salary Region 1: 110400 USD Ways of Working: Onsite - This job is fully onsite. Employee Type: Employee Global Job Level (HCM): Professional 2 (7) Min. Salary Region 1: 81600 USD Min. Salary Region 2: 69400 USD/ph3Company Description/h3pIt started with a simple idea: what if surgery could be less invasive and recovery less painful? Nearly 30 years later, that question still fuels everything we do at Intuitive. As a global leader in robotic-assisted surgery and minimally invasive care, our technologieslike the da Vinci surgical system and Ionhave transformed how care is delivered for millions of patients worldwide./ppWere a team of engineers, clinicians, and innovators united by one purpose: to make surgery smarter, safer, and more human. Every day, our work helps care teams perform with greater precision and patients recover faster, improving outcomes around the world./ppThe problems we solve demand creativity, rigor, and collaboration. The work is challenging, but deeply meaningfulbecause every improvement we make has the potential to change a life./ppIf youre ready to contribute to something bigger than yourself and help transform the future of healthcare, youll find your purpose here./ph3Job Description/h3pPrimary Function of Intuitives Buyers are:/pulliManages procurement of direct materials to support business requirements: including purchase order management, sourcing, support contract negotiations, spend analysis, inventory management, and supplier performance management./liliWorks independently with moderate supervision to ensure reliable supply, cost control, and alignment with quality and operational goals./li/ulpEssential Job Duties/pullipProcurement Process Management/p ulliEnsure timely and accurate processing of purchase orders and delivery commitments with suppliers to support production schedules and meet sales demands./liliOversee end-to-end procurement activities in SAP, facilitate supplier collaboration through Ivalua and Agile to improve operational efficiency/liliUtilize lean sourcing principles (including Kanban, consignment, and material pull methods) to ensure continuous material supply and maximize inventory efficiency./li/ul/lilipSupplier Collaboration and Performance Management/p ulliSupport and coordinate recurring RFQs for routine purchases, ensuring compliance with internal policies./liliTrack and report on supplier KPIs such as on-time delivery (OTD) and quality metrics; maintain and update supplier performance trackers./li/ul/lilipParticipate in supplier business review sessions by gathering and preparing relevant delivery data./p/lilipFacilitate meetings with suppliers, ensure clear agendas, and document and track action items for follow-up./p/lilipRisk Management/p ulliMonitor key procurement and supply chain metrics (OTD, quality, risk management and cost reduction) to proactively identify potential disruptions and escalate issues promptly to avoid line stoppages/liliDiagnose recurring supply or logistics issues and apply structured problem-solving approaches with support from management./liliSupport SIOP activities by validating routine data and assisting with standard planning tasks./li/ul/lilipCross-functional Collaboration/p ulliWork closely with quality and operations teams to coordinate and resolve minor supplier-related issues./liliExecute and coordinates engineering changes and material cut ins with supervisor guidance./liliUpdate shared trackers accurately, automate basic data preparation workflows, and contribute to ongoing process improvement efforts./li/ul/li/ulh3Qualifications/h3pRequired Skills and Experience/pulliBachelors degree or an advanced degree with no prior experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience./lili3+ years of relevant procurement or supply chain experience,/liliExperience in purchase order management, supplier communications, and data entry using systems such as SAP and Ivalua./liliAbility to track and analyze supplier performance data and support basic spend analysis./liliEffective oral and written communication skills with the ability to interact productively with suppliers and internal stakeholders./liliExperience with computer applications, including MS Office and ERP systems such as SAP and Agile. Advanced proficiency in Excel./liliFamiliarity with Lean Continuous Improvement methodologies./liliExperience with data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Smartsheet, Tableau)./liliPrior experience supporting procurement within a regulated manufacturing environment./li/ulpTravel: ~10% travel to both domestic and international suppliers./ppPreferred Skills and Experience/pulliProven ability to manage time effectively and stay organized; able to complete tasks and respond positively to feedback./liliStrong problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve routine issues independently./liliPositive track record of teamwork, feedback, and adapting to multiple priorities./li/ulh3Additional Information/h3pDue to the nature of our business and the role, please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19. Details can vary by role./ppIntuitive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws./ppMandatory Notices/ppU.S. Export Controls Disclaimer: In accordance with the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR 743.13(b)), some roles at Intuitive Surgical may be subject to U.S. export controls for prospective employees who are nationals from countries currently on embargo or sanctions status./ppCertain information you provide as part of the application will be used for purposes of determining whether Intuitive Surgical will need to (i) obtain an export license from the U.S. Government on your behalf (note: the governments licensing process can take 3 to 6+ months) or (ii) implement a Technology Control Plan (TCP) (note: typically adds 2 weeks to the hiring process)./ppFor any Intuitive role subject to export controls, final offers are contingent upon obtaining an approved export license and/or an executed TCP prior to the prospective employees start date, which may or may not be flexible, and within a timeframe that does not unreasonably impede the hiring need. If applicable, candidates will be notified and instructed on any requirements for these purposes./ppWe will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws./ppPreference will be given to qualified candidates who do not reside, or plan to reside, in Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, or Tennessee./ppThis position may be filled at a different job level than listed here depending on business need and/or on the selected candidates experience, knowledge and skills. Compensation will be based primarily on the job level at which the role is filled and the candidates qualifications, consistent with applicable law./ppWe provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role, as actual pay will be determined based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications. The target compensation ranges are listed./p/div