Altus Spine, located in West Chester, PA., is a global medical device technology company focused on providing the highest quality design and manufacturing of spinal implants and instrumentation. Altus offers an extensive portfolio of surgical systems to facilitate minimally invasive surgery (MIS), complex spine correction, and degenerative procedures. Continuous development and dedication to delivering inventive solutions and unprecedented quality drives Altus’ commitment to the medical community. We invite you to become a member of an organization that has established an outstanding reputation for quality and excellence. Highly competitive wages, a state-of-the-art-facility, an emphasis on work/life balance, career advancement, a team-centered workplace culture, and the opportunity to be your best is waiting for you at Altus Spine.

RESPONSIBILITIES - DIRECT

• The Supply Chain/Buyer position is a key role within our strategic plan for supply chain management and will be the leader in providing excellence in procurement.
• Key objectives will be achieving/improving/exceeding targeted customer service levels, managing inventory levels and targets, and managing supply and demand within the Global supply chain.
• The Supply Chain Manager/Buyer will be entirely responsible for forecasting, purchasing and, procurement of finished goods – from PO to receipt into inspection – including Usage, Updates and New Releases.
• Maintain strong working relationships and communications with manufacturing and key suppliers to confirm production/shipping schedules and monitor open purchase orders for all orders to ensure on-time deliveries.
• Proactively report product and material availability issues.
• Coordinate inventory planning and replenishment of raw materials and components in conjunction with our program management teams.
• Analyze and manage MRP, Source list, Material master/parameters.
• Revise essential system planning data to ensure our ERP system is effectively planning future requirements.
• Support reporting, inventory parameters, reduction and reserve percentage measurements, Product Life Cycle management.
• Maintain purchase order status and shipment tracking information in our ERP system
• Supplier Management: RFQ, Cost saving initiatives, Negotiations, Supplier relationship/evaluation.
• Provide support to Customer Service, Sales team, Product Management with business and product strategy.
• Establishes Purchasing Policies and ensures compliance, executes same.
• Verifies purchase requisitions for appropriate approval, assigns expense account numbers.
• Works closely with receiving to ensure proper supplies arrive and are received.
• Traces and expedites late deliveries. Maintains delivery performance log for all vendors thru GSS. Reports delivery for vendors under ISO requirements at year’s end.
• Directly involved, “hands-on” in the documentation and execution of all phases of procurement.
• Manages Open PO Report, purges short orders and reviews aging orders.
• Negotiates with vendors for goods and services, negotiating the best possible price/delivery.
• Works with requests for quotes, RFP’s, contracts, purchase orders, and other documents.
• Develops new supply sources where vendors are inadequate and have second source.
• Executes and stores NDA and ISO Form for all vendors and documents GSS before placing a new order. Completes new vendor qualification package.
• Performs cost analysis and benchmarking with new vendor targets vs. existing standards.
• Monitors and forecasts upcoming levels of demand.
• Responsible for achieving zero backorder status with all implants and instruments.
• Constant monitoring of part usage and must anticipate and reorder parts before critical levels are reached.
• Address back orders on a daily basis.

QUALIFICATIONS

**MUST HAVES**

• Extensive experience working in the orthopedic industry.

Strong knowledge of sourcing and vendor management.
Financial management abilities.
Strong working knowledge of ERP systems
Must possess excellent customer service skills and attention to project detail.
Knowledge of MS Office and Project Management software is required.

** Desired**

• Direct experience with spinal implant systems
• Global Shop Sloutions (GSS) ERP system experience preferred

What we offer:

• Medical / Dental / Vision Benefits
• Personal Time Off (PTO)
• Holiday Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Relocation Expenses
• Participation in company 401k plan
• Onsite Educational Seminars

Altus Spine is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Altus Spine does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

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Education

• Bachelors or better in Business Administration or related field

Behaviors

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization