Buyer II

Buyer II

Location: Virginia Beach, VA (Concert Dr)

Department: Purchasing

Job Type: Full-Time

Shift: Monday-Friday 8:15AM-5PM

LifeNet Health is searching for talented individuals who will embrace our mission of saving lives, restoring health, and giving hope.

LifeNet Health, headquartered in Virginia Beach, Virginia, is the largest nonprofit organ procurement organization (“OPO”) and tissue processor in the United States, as well as a leading innovator in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. Our goal is to improve the quality of human life through the provision of organs, tissues and cells for transplantation; to provide innovation in the fields of bio-implants, regenerative medicine and research; and, to serve the community with educational and support services that enhance the donation process.  LifeNet Health has over 1200 employees and has a growing global presence.

How you will contribute to LifeNet Health’s success:

As a Buyer II you will be responsible for negotiating and purchasing supplies, equipment, and services from suppliers. Maintains inventory targets and manages supply plans against those targets, including maintenance of purchasing data/parameters in the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.

What you’ll do:

• Plans and procures medical supplies, packaging, equipment, office supplies, and services, in compliance with FDA, ISO, AATB, and other relevant industry standards. Manages inventory levels to target expectations and customer service availability agreements.
• Identifies production risks and ways to mitigate such risks, utilizing problem solving skills and collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Partners with suppliers to ensure receipt of quality materials. Provides forecast updates to suppliers, as necessary.
• Collaborates with Accounting and Inventory Control to resolve invoice and receipt discrepancies.
•  Resolves non-conforming material issues, together with Quality, Operations and Suppliers, in order to identify corrective and preventive actions required.
• Participates in continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost savings/avoidance and making appropriate system and process changes as necessary to execute.
• Partners with IS and master data teams, to implement minor configuration changes and maintain Purchasing Master Data.
• Assists in training end users on procurement policies and systems.

What you’ll bring (Minimum Requirements):

• Associate’s Degree ; Supply chain, business administration, engineering, operations or related discipline preferred
• CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) or CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management) Certification from ISM (Institute of Supply Management) or APICS (American Production and Inventory Control Society) preferred
• 2 Years’ Experience in the use of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.)

These would be nice too (Knowledge Skills and Abilities):

• Attention to Detail: Able to perform tasks thoroughly and with care; checks work to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Communication Skills: Able to convey information verbally and in writing
• Computer Skills: Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Handling highly complex documents: Able to understand technical drawings and specification sheets
• Problem Solving and Facilitation Skills: Able to gather information, review alternatives and present to a multi-departmental team to build consensus in a fast-paced environment
• Teamwork: Able to work collaboratively in a team environment Time/Self-Management: Able to prioritize multiple, competing tasks and take the initiative in managing time/workload

Why work at LifeNet Health?

We have a fierce drive for our mission of Saving Lives, Restoring Health, and Giving Hope. You won’t find another company with a culture as strong as ours.

• 403(b) and Pension Plan
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Corporate sponsored events (Chili Cook-Off, 5K, Celebration of Life Gala, and many more!)
• Work-life balance with generous paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Personal career and skill development opportunities
• Wellness Program
• Food Trucks Weekly (at participating locations)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Dedicated and passionate co-workers

 We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.