Buyer I - Sterling Pharma Solutions

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Build Your Career in Procurement with Sterling Pharma Solutions! Are you a detail-oriented, organized professional looking to grow your career in procurement and supply chain? Sterling Pharma Solutions is seeking a Buyer I to join our Procurement team in Germantown, WI. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional looking grow their experience in purchasing, supplier management, and inventory coordination while developing valuable skills in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You\'ll work closely with suppliers and internal teams to support daily operations, build your procurement knowledge, and contribute to a global organization dedicated to bringing life-changing medicines to patients. Summary of Role The Buyer I is accountable for driving results in a fast-paced environment by purchasing and is responsible for negotiating primarily routine materials, equipment and supplies from vendors. The Buyer I evaluates vendor quotes and services to determine the most desirable suppliers. The position requires superior leadership behaviours of the Sterling Values and non-negotiables, as well as expertise in functional competencies included in this position profile. Essential Functions * Examines select and process approved requisitions in the ERP system. * Processes phone, fax or web-based orders. * Confirms payment terms with supplier and processes any special terms such as prepayment and wire transfers as needed. * Updates ERP purchase order with supplier confirmations and notifies end users of any delays or errors in the information. * Scans in supplier confirmations and attaches to associated purchase order documents in the ERP system. * Manages the VMI and spare parts process to ensure adequate inventory of critical spares, parts, PPE and materials. * Ability to process the workload and allocates time as efficiently as possible to fulfill the requests of multiple departments at multiple sites. * Communicates to suppliers clearly and concisely all expectations of the purchased goods, including part numbers, pricing, delivery times and payment terms. * Completes credit application from new suppliers when requested. * Communicates potential or current order problems with end users and offers possible resolutions. * Works with internal stakeholders to process the data input of inventory materials to the ERP system. * Performs credit card reconciliation. * Ensures timely completion and compliance with cGMP and all other relevant company training requirements. * An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Key Competencies * Prioritizes the workload and allocates time as efficiently as possible to fulfill the requests of multiple departments. * General knowledge of accounting, inventory and production practices required. * Ability to research and solve order/delivery issues. * Excellent data entry skills, attention to detail and ability to multitask. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills along with organizational skills required. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office software. * Knowledge in web based procurement preferred. * Candidates need to be competent with IT systems, and Microsoft Office including Outlook, PowerPoint, Word and Excel. * Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. * Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Education and Experience * Associate\'s D To view the full job description please use the link below. https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjMwNjQ0Ljg3NzBAc3Rlcmxpbmdwc2xjb21wLmFwbGl cmFrLmNvbQ ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjMwNjQ0Ljg3NzBAc3Rlcmxpbmdwc2xjb21wLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ