Lead Buyer

Position Summary

The Lead Buyer is responsible for leading the purchase of assigned commodities to meet production needs and internal specifications. Commodities include those of a complex nature including the type of commodity and/or volume. The Lead Buyer will lead negotiations with and manage relationships with suppliers, will manage the purchasing cycle, including requisitions, purchase orders, will monitor supplier performance, recommend improvements, and address supplier quality issues related to supplier product. The Lead Buyer will provide input on performance for Buyers and will fill-in for the supervisor when absent or unavailable.

This role requires onsite work 5 days/week in St Louis, MO. This role is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship or H1B Transfer. 

What You'll do as a Lead Buyer

• Identify prospective suppliers and analyze capabilities.
• Release and monitor purchase orders to maintain material flow, expediting when needed.
• Collaborate with AP and receiving on supplier invoice management and inventory control.
• Develop short and long-term purchase plans.
• Engage in negotiations with vendors on pricing, delivery, service, payment terms, and quality.
• Analyze suppliers for financial health and stability.
• Support STERIS new product initiatives.
• Manage supplier performance metrics (OTD, Quality, Price, etc.).
• Maintain supplier relationships in line with STERIS values.
• Ensure compliance with supplier-facing legal documents.
• Optimize replenishment methods, supplier lead times, and material box sizes.
• Leverage ERP systems for accurate supplier and item information.

The Experience, Skills, and Abilities Needed

Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, or related technical field. 
• Plus 8 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, working with inventory, scheduling or materials management. 
  • OR High School Diploma/GED. 
  • Plus 16 years of experience in procurement. 
• Experience in MRP system environment.
• Experience in coordinating activities of other team members in various aspects of procurement and sourcing.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.

Preferred

• Experience in a Lean Manufacturing environment. 
• Prior team/lead leadership experience.

Other

• Analytical Skills.
• Attention to Detail and Accuracy.
• Communication Skills.
• Decision Making.
• Problem solving.
• Continuous Improvement/Innovation.
• Negotiations.

Position Summary

We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that support your health, well-being, and financial future. 

Here is just a brief overview of what we offer:

• Market Competitive Pay.
• Extensive Paid Time Off (PTO) and 9 added Holidays.
• Excellent Healthcare, Dental and vision benefits.
• Long/Short Term Disability coverage.
• 401(k) with a company match.
• Maternity & Paternity Leave.
• Additional add-on benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance.
• Tuition Reimbursement and continued educations programs.
• Excellent opportunities for advancement in a stable long-term career.

STERIS does not accept unsolicited resumes/CV's from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. 

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