Buyer Planner

Our client a world leader in life sciences and diagnostics is looking for a "Buyer/ Planner" based out of Tucson AZ.

Pay Rate: $27/hr on W2

Buying and Planning:

• Perform regular tasks to meet production objectives.
  
• Place and confirm purchase orders to support manufacturing.
  
• Negotiate with suppliers to resolve issues and expedite deliveries.
  
• Maintain accurate planning and purchasing data.
  
• Ensure efficient supply chain operations through routine housekeeping tasks.
  

Teamwork and Collaboration:

• Work with individuals across all levels within suppliers and Roche.
  
• Communicate effectively to address and prevent problems.
  
• Coordinate discussions for timely implementation of change orders.
  
• Interface with Manufacturing Quality and Accounts Payable for various tasks.
  
• Proactively escalate issues to Procurement with necessary information.
  

Quality:

• Comply with FDA and Quality Systems requirements.
  
• Complete all required training on time.
  

Continuous Improvement:

• Visit supplier facilities for improvement initiatives.
  
• Communicate potential improvements for cost savings and efficiency.
  

Other Duties:

• Perform additional tasks as assigned by management.
  

Attributes:

• Strong organizational skills attention to detail initiative selfmotivation accountability flexibility strong work ethic and willingness to speak up.
  

Availability:

• Occasionally required to attend on weekends holidays after hours and during emergencies.
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in related field with 15 years of experience