Buyer (m/f)

Job description

3227944
Additional Cities

Eysins
Career Level

Experienced
Relocation Assistance

No
Business

GE Healthcare
Business Segment

Healthcare Life Sciences
Function

Manufacturing
Country/Territory

Switzerland
Postal Code

1262
Role Summary/Purpose

The Buyer needs to ensure an uninterrupted supply of materials to support production and sales. Work to resolve Materials issues while achieving and maintaining inventory business metrics.
Essential Responsibilities

·  Overall ownership of material ordering, availability, and scheduling targeting minimum inventory levels.
·  Oracle and Digital Cockpit expert
·  Ensure systemic accuracy of inventory
·  Rescheduling materials for pull ins (expedites) and push outs (for inventory control)
·  Daily Shortage root cause investigation and resolution
·  Partner closely with suppliers focusing on: Packaging needs, inventory optimization, materials replenishment planning, root-cause problem solving
·  Conduct daily walks on the floor and the receiving dock to investigate and resolve material issues
·  Support material transfers, supplier reviews w/Sourcing
·  Supplier visits, as needed - internal and external
·  Manage Phase In / Phase Out (NPI) to minimize obsolete material
·  Provide supply analysis data and recommendations as necessary
·  Assist in cycle count efforts as determined
·  Support tool development for prediction of material issues
·  Support all lean activities, initiatives, and action workouts
Qualifications/Requirements

·  Significant material procurement experience or production scheduling
·  Computer proficiency in Office 365
·  Working knowledge of MRP
·  Excellent Interpersonal Skills
·  Strong problem-solving skills
·  Proficient in French and English (written & verbal)
Desired Characteristics

·  APICS Certification
·  Oracle knowledge and experience
·  Knowledge of Medical Devices
About Us

GE (NYSE:GE) drives the world forward by tackling its biggest challenges. By combining world-class engineering with software and analytics, GE helps the world work more efficiently, reliably, and safely. GE people are global, diverse and dedicated, operating with the highest integrity and passion to fulfill GE’s mission and deliver for our customers. www.ge.com
Primary Country

Switzerland
Primary State/Province

Vaud
Primary City

Eysins