Company Description
LGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Our high-quality product portfolio is comprised of mission-critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications, which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers' products and workflows and are valued for their performance, quality and range.
Our tools play a key role in customer workflows from discovery applications through to commercial manufacture and enable its customers to: bring new diagnostics and therapies to market; progress research and development; optimize food production; and continuously monitor and enhance the quality of food, the environment and consumer products.
LGC's 175+ years of scientific heritage, combined with a track record of innovation and value-enhancing acquisitions, has enabled the company to build its product portfolio and expertise, and develop deep relationships with customers, industry partners and the global scientific community. Join us and help us achieve our mission of Science for a Safer World!
With manufacturing sites across the US, UK, Germany and Denmark, LGC Biosearch Technologies has plans to continue growing. We deliver mission critical genomics to our diverse customer base in molecular diagnostics, pharma/biotech and agrigenomics. Our integrated portfolio of products, services and expertise supports our purpose of Science for a Safer World and we have embodied our mission by working with customers to enable research into life-altering treatment for disease and illness worldwide. We are currently seeking candidates who are up for the challenge of operating in a high-growth, purpose-driven organization.
Job Description
The Procurement Buyer will play a key role in supporting Material Planning, Purchasing, and Procurement to deliver critical Supply Chain initiatives. This position focuses on analyzing and maintaining optimal inventory levels to meet production requirements while minimizing costs. The role ensures timely communication of any risks to material availability, enabling proactive adjustments to production plans and reducing customer impact. Additionally, the Procurement Buyer is responsible for keeping NDAs and Supplier Agreements accurate and up to date.
Key responsibilities and accountabilities
Understand and analyze materials demand generated within IFS, validating and querying discrepancies from historical usage.
Maintain and calculate safety stock policies within IFS.
Establish and apply lot size data (Min, Multiple, and Max) accurately by part within IFS.
Provide detailed inventory projections and health categorizations through material inventory analysis.
Communicate changes to base data and their impacts through Monthly SIOPs.
Convert system-generated purchase requisitions to Planned status, confirming the need for firm purchase orders with suppliers.
Generate and analyze part availability exception messages, resolving or mitigating issues, and communicating risks effectively.
Participate in Weekly Planning reviews to discuss supply risks and support root cause analysis for material availability issues.
Prepare and deliver key material supply and inventory updates in monthly site SIOP meetings.
Provide accurate material forecast data as required.
Improve costs by analyzing demand and determining efficient purchase quantities and inventory locations, considering global requirements.
Manage local and assigned global vendors to ensure strong collaboration and meet site needs
Assist with supplier interviews, selection, negotiation, and contract preparation and execution.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and/or relevant work experience in related field.
Proficiency in leading ERP software (IFS/SAP etc.).
Familiarity with MRP and Master Data in a Purchasing function.
Understanding of documentation and processes supporting material planning.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Preferred Qualifications:
1-3 year of relevant work experience in supply chain or purchasing.
Experience with IFS.
Knowledge of Product structures and Production routings.
Experience in a global manufacturing or biotech organization.
Proficiencies & Behaviors:
Outstanding interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills.
Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
Comfortable presenting to senior leaders.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment, adapt to change, and exert positive influence.
Driven to meet targets in a timely manner.
Aligned with LGC's core value behaviors: Passion, Curiosity, Integrity, Brilliance, and Respect.
Meticulous attention to detail.
Additional Information
Pay range for this role is:
Minimum pay rate: USD$ 70,000/ per year
Maximum pay rate: USD$ 100,000/ per year
The salary range provided covers the minimum and maximum amounts projected for this role. The base salary will be influenced by factors like experience, skills, and location.
What we offer (US based-employees):
Competitive compensation with strong bonus program
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and dependents
FSA/HSA Pre-tax savings plans for health care, childcare, and elder care
Deductible Buffer Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance
401(k) retirement plan with matching employer contribution
Company-paid short- and long- term disability, life insurance, and employee assistance program
Flexible work options
Pet Insurance for our furry friends
Enhanced Parental leave of 8 additional weeks
PTO that begins immediately
Town Hall monthly meeting onsite/virtual, Cheer program where employees are recognized for outstanding work, Company wide social events, frequent catered lunches and much more!
LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com
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