Buyer/Planner

MBRAUN Incorporated located in Stratham, New Hampshire is a leading manufacturer of high-end technology solutions. Products include gloveboxes, inert gas purification, thin-film technology, isolators, solvent purification and custom system solutions for clean environments. MBRAUN is instrumental in developing world class core technologies and then adapting them to an application, yielding the most efficient clean environments based on our intimate knowledge of the many markets we serve.

For over 40 years MBRAUN employees share in the vision of creating a world-class company that can be our customers #1 creative partner. We have and we can engineer solutions customers need using a unique solutions approach in which we collaborate to define specific application requirements. Together with the customer, we determine the best solution package from MBRAUN's range of products and services. For more information please visit www.mbraun.com.

Job Description

M. Braun, Inc. is currently seeking a full-time Buyer to join our Purchasing Department. This individual should be highly motivated with the ability to prioritize and work independently once trained. This person will be responsible for the procurement of parts and materials for production and maintaining stock inventory. Identify suppliers, compare and negotiate price and lead time with vendors. Complete related purchase orders and reports, and maintain files. Monitor inventory levels and coordinate across departments to ensure that operations are smooth and uninterrupted.

Job functions include, but are not limited to:

• Process purchase orders and requisitions in a timely manner, ensuring quality, service, quantity, delivery, and cost in accordance with organizational objectives and sourcing strategies.
• Research and locate vendors. Investigate and analyze the best sources of parts. Obtain comparative prices on a regular basis to ensure the best possible value. Maintain current cost data for all purchased items.
• Update and maintain vendor files, purchasing records and the company database. Process purchasing reports, document value added through cost savings/avoidances, lead time and quality improvements.
• Track and resolve purchasing, inventory and invoice problem/discrepancy questions as applicable.
• Establish and maintain professional business relationships with our supply chain partners.
• Keep management advised of changes in the schedule of materials due, as well as communicate any significant problems in a timely manner.
• Support the Quality Manager with any supplier related nonconformances including but not limited to, communicating NCR's to the supplier, follow up on corrective actions and cost recovery.
• Assist the Quality Manager with analysis of relevant supplier data including but not limited to, frequency and cost of supplier nonconformances as well as ABC analysis of suppliers.
• Participate in the yearly review of the general purchasing situation based on supplier performance in cooperation with our parent company.
• Assume responsibility for related duties as required or assigned.

Job Requirements

The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented and possess excellent communication and organizational skills. They should have the ability to maintain accurate detailed records. This person must possess the ability to identify and resolve problems, manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines and handle a fast paced work environment. They should be self-motivated with the ability to work efficiently under minimal supervision.

Job requirements include, but are not limited to:

• 5-7 years purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of vendor sourcing and purchasing procedures
• Experience with electronic ordering
• Ability to read mechanical drawings preferred
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) required
• Experience with Navision preferred, but not required

Education Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Physical Requirement: Must have fine motor skills; be able to grasp small items; some light lifting and carrying; ability to do a repetitive motion; and the ability to sit for most of the day
• Visual Requirement: Must be able to visually read documents and a computer screen
• Hearing Requirement: Must be able to hear and speak on the phone and in person to convey information
• Mental Requirement: Comprehension, Organization, Reasoning, Decision Making, Communication, and Mathematics

Benefits

M. Braun offers an excellent benefits package which includes health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, flexible spending account, and more.

M. Braun encourages work / life balance through a flexible work schedule, a 38 hour work week, and the ability to work 2 days remotely if you choose!

M. Braun provides Paid Time Off, Holidays, Floating Holidays and Volunteer Time to employees.

M. Braun provides a Gas Assistance Program which provides $1,125.00 annually to cover gas to and from work!

Additional perks include company outings, monthly raffles, pizza days, and more!