Procurement Buyer

Requisition ID: 34763

At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, our 8,000+ global associates proud to come to work each day, knowing that what we do impacts the lives of patients around the world. For Terumo, for Everyone, Everywhere.

We make medical devices and related products that are used to collect, separate, manufacture and process various components of blood and cells. With our innovative technologies and service offerings, we touch a patient’s life every second of every day and are committed to continuing to increase the number of patients we serve. Advancing healthcare with heart.

With some of the best and brightest minds in the industry, an unmatched global footprint, comprehensive benefits and a distinct culture, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is a great place to work, grow and be part of a team that is focused on making a difference. Join us and help shape wherever we go next. You create your future and ours.

This is an onsite three days a week role in Lakewood, Colorado. As a Buyer, you’ll manage a portfolio of vendors, execute SIOP demand plans through SAP, and partner closely with Quality, Engineering, Production, and Sales to support both ongoing builds and new product introductions. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, a proactive approach to problem‑solving, and experience in high‑volume production or lean environments. If you enjoy building supplier relationships, optimizing cost and performance, and working in a fast‑paced, collaborative factory setting, this is a great opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic onsite role.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Manage a portfolio of vendors and drive material supply in alignment with factory demand.
• Execute the SIOP demand plan through SAP to ensure material availability for factory builds.
• Conduct weekly supplier reviews to maintain on-time delivery performance, focusing on service and delivery targets.
• Issue rolling forecasts and purchase orders to the supply base in a timely manner to support flexible production planning and material supply.
• Use SAP to generate reports and extract data for forecasting, supply, and materials planning.
• Manage new product introduction projects, including the approval and implementation of new SKUs and suppliers.
• Ensure accurate pricing and supply data are maintained in SAP for all purchases.
• Identify and implement opportunities for cost savings across the supply chain.
• Develop strong relationships with other internal functions including Quality, Engineering, Production, and Sales teams.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job may be considered.
• Chemistry / medial device background preferred.

Experience

• 1 to 2 years experience.
• Experience gained within a hi-volume manufacturing environment preferred.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles preferred.

Skills

• Knowledge and use of relevant PC software applications and skills to use them effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Strong data management and analytical skills.
• Adaptable, flexible and able to work with minimum supervision while prioritizing tasks.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Memberships of CPIM & CSCP preferred.

LOCATION

Lakewood, Colorado - Onsite three days a week - Open to candidates willing to relocate to the area.

TRAVEL

Ability to travel to travel to supplier locations when required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Typical Office Environment requirements include: reading, speaking, hearing, close vision, walking, bending, sitting, and occasional lifting up to 20 pounds.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential duties of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Target Pay Range: $55,400.00 to $69,200.00 - Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data

Target Bonus on Base: 7.0%

At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, we provide competitive total reward offerings that consist of compensation, benefits, recognition, along with a wealth of other well-being, work-life and recognition programs which support in unlocking the potential for you and your family. Included in our expansive list of benefits offerings are multiple group medical, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, life insurance and disability coverages, also a variety of voluntary programs such as group accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance and much more. To help you save for retirement, we offer a 401(k) plan with a matching contribution and for work-life balance we have vacation and sick time programs for associates. For us, it’s about protecting the personal welfare of our associates and their families, helping to achieve personal goals and offering those extra touches for convenience, security and overall peace of mind.

• Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is part of Terumo Group, founded in 1921 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
• In 2024, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies reached $1.5 billion in revenue.
• We employ nearly 8,000 associates globally, with global headquarters in Lakewood, CO, U.S., and regional headquarters in Brussels, Buenos Aires, Singapore and Tokyo.
• We manufacture devices, disposable sets and solutions at our facilities in Belgium, India, Japan, Northern Ireland, the U.S. and Vietnam. Our global presence enables us to serve customers in more than 130 countries.
• Our core values help set our direction, guide our actions and keep us true to our corporate mission of contributing to society through healthcare. Respect – Appreciative of others Integrity – Guided by our mission Care – Empathetic to patients Quality – Committed to excellence Creativity – Striving for innovation
• We contribute to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS), raising $2.4 million USD since 2025.