Job Listing: Buyer/Pharmaceutical

Are you a seasoned purchasing professional who is looking to transition to a better opportunity? Do you have a back ground in pharmaceutical or nutritional supplement manufacturing? If so, read on!


This role will involve placing purchase orders for materials, services, equipment and outside processors in response to purchase requisitions based on MRP requirements and company needs. This individual selects and negotiates with approved suppliers to maintain competitive pricing.

Issues purchase orders based on MRP planning reports, or purchase requisitions for non-inventory acquisitions.

Requires sourcing and sample approval processing necessary to accomplish company objectives.

Interacts with all departments throughout the company.

Tracks supplier delivery performance and expedites delivery of goods as needed.

Orders and coordinates the delivery of imported raw materials to meet scheduling requirements.

Continuously sources new packaging and raw materials suppliers to meet production and customer requirements.

Handles non-conformances of internal and external processes through corrective action process and pursues continuous improvement.

Maintains and keep current the Kosher Book for inspection on an annual basis.

Discusses defective or unacceptable goods or services with quality control personnel and others to determine source of problem and the corrective action required. Ensures rejected material is returned to supplier within established lead-time.

Coordinates product returns with shipping/receiving and accounts payable regarding billing discrepancies.

Makes recommendations to management regarding supplier performance and pricing opportunities.





Required Skills

Bachelor's degree and a minimum of two years experience in the pharmaceutical or nutritional supplement industries.

Effective analytical ability.

Strong written and oral communication skills; must be able to communicate with all levels of the organization.

Effective interpersonal and negotiation skills

Must be a detail oriented individual.

Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.

Must be proficient with computer applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel.

Statistical analysis skills; must be able to analyze trends and statistical data and make appropriate decisions and recommendations.

Possesses a strong commitment to performing tasks correctly the first time.



APICS, NAPM, or related certification desired.




ABOUT VOLT:
A Fortune 1000 company and leading provider of workforce solutions, Volt delivers a solid connection with innovative Workforce Design and dynamic relationships linked to each client's key business initiatives, corporate culture, business processes and technology.
Through more than a half century of serving diverse companies around the world, Volt has mastered the recruitment process. The creative arrangement of top talent, best-in-class services and proven technology provides a secure foundation on which organizations may depend to realize their workforce and business objectives. Volt is an equal opportunity employer.

Date Posted: June 9, 2008

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Employer: Volt Staffing Address: Contact:
Job Type: Full-time City: North County San Diego Phone: 858-279-9464
Experience: State: California
Education: Bachelors Degree Zip Code:90201 Online: Website Link

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