Buyer

BUYER

IMA Group is a global leader in the development and production of automatic machines for the processing and packaging of pharmaceutical, cosmetics, food, tea and coffee products. We are constantly oriented towards innovation, thanks to significant investments in R&D and a constant dialogue with customers, the territory and local suppliers. We promote an environmentally friendly attitude towards achieving sustainable development. Our history is characterized by a constant growth, realized also with the continuous investment on the development of people and their skills. We are over 7,000 employees, 59% in Italy and 41% in the rest of the world, present in more than 80 countries.

IMA Life North America is a company within the IMA Group that specialises in providing aseptic processing and freeze-drying solutions for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. IMA Life North America is part of IMA Life, a business unit focusing on the pharmaceutical sector who delivers advanced technologies for filling, lyophilisation and isolation, ensuring maximum sterility and product integrity for customers around the globe.

JOB SUMMARY

As a Buyer, you will play a key role in managing supplier relationships and ensuring timely procurement of materials. Your responsibilities will include:

• Establishing and maintaining a vendor base for required materials.
• Procuring, tracking, and expediting materials to meet customer expectations.
• Participating in supplier audits and vendor assessments.
• Promoting competitive bidding to support cost savings.
• Working to reduce costs of purchased goods.
• Generating reports to monitor purchase orders, safety stock, inventory values, and more.
• Maintaining accuracy of MRP (Material Requirements Planning) data.
• Interfacing with other departments as needed.
• Performing additional tasks as deemed appropriate.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES

• Associate degree in a technical field or Supply Chain Management, with at least 5 years of purchasing experience or a high school diploma with 8 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with an ERP System.
• Proficiency with Excel and Microsoft Office Tools.
• Strong communication skills with a focus on building positive vendor relationships.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage concurrent tasks.

WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU A GREAT FIT

• Availability to travel occasionally (mainly local).
• Availability to do overtime.
• Proficiency in SAP.

SALARY RANGE

• $48,000 - $60,000 per year
• Bonus

WHAT WE OFFER

• GLOBAL ENVIRONMENT: A dynamic and innovation-driven workplace, part of a multinational and multicultural group.
• DIVERSITY & INCLUSION CULTURE: Promoted through the Corporate Code of Ethics and dedicated programs.
• CONTINUOUS LEARNING: We view learning as a strategic lever for growth and motivation. We support internal training and external development initiatives.
• WELLBEING: We offer comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, and tuition assistance. As well as an annual bonus.

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IMA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $48,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Tonawanda, NY 14150 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Tonawanda, NY 14150: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person