Medtronic

Material Buyer/Planner

Medtronic

1800 Pyramid Pl, Memphis, TN 38132, USA
Full-TimeDepends on ExperienceMid-LevelBachelors
Job Description

In this exciting role as a Material Buyer/Planner, you will have responsibility for sourcing materials to support manufacturing. Sources, purchases, plans, and schedules the movement of raw materials, packaging materials, parts, components, services, supplies, finished goods, and related material through production and inventory process. Identifies raw material, component, and related requirements from engineering and production specifications and schedules. In front-end procurement mode, analyzes data and determines factors that affect prices and determines lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and ability to meet required schedules. Coordinates and follows up with production, warehouse, and engineering personnel to ensure appropriate procurement, scheduling, and movement of materials and services. Compiles information to keep informed on price trends and manufacturing processes.

Where is this job?
This job is located at 1800 Pyramid Pl, Memphis, TN 38132, USA
Job Qualifications
  • Minimum of 2 years of buying/planning experience

  • Working knowledge of quality system requirements and good manufacturing practices.

  • APICS and/or CPM Certification Cost accounting understanding/experience

  • Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt (or comparable training)

Required Skills
  • MS Access

  • SAP ERP

  • Time Management Skills

  • MS Excel skills

  • Data management strategy

  • Data analysis and mining

Soft Skills
  • Process Improvement

  • Driven and self-motivated

  • Communication Skills

  • Problem-solving and resourcefulness

  • Flexibility/Adaptability

  • Detail Oriented and Organized

  • Multi tasker

Compensation

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Material Buyer/Planner in 1800 Pyramid Pl, Memphis, TN 38132, USA is $42,000 to $68,000 per year.

Additional Information
Medtronic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Required LanguagesEnglish
Job PostedAugust 26th, 2021
Apply BeforeMay 22nd, 2025
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About Medtronic

Medtronic plc is the world's largest medical device company that generates the majority of its sales and profits from the US healthcare system and is headquartered on the island of Ireland.

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