Volcano Corporation is dedicated to developing breakthrough technologies that save people's lives and enhance their current quality of life! At Volcano you will find a pioneering and innovative spirit with a wide range of opportunities.
Without the exceptional professionals at Volcano Corporation, we simply could not fulfill our mission to improve the lives of patients worldwide.
The Buyer/Planner will plan and procure large quantities or specialized inventory to meet organizational needs. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Check requisitions for adequacy of specifications and approvals. Contact vendors, examine bids and make awards
Develop sources of supply where vendors and preferred supplies are inadequate
Negotiate contracts where losses occurring through errors in judgment would involve large dollar amounts
Contribute to efforts to reduce total material costs
Develop and maintain professional and cordial relationships with all suppliers
Evaluate material requirements and purchase inventory necessary to meet demand
Evaluate vendor performance against open purchase orders and notify suppliers of past due material
Act as liaison between production departments, product engineering, and sales/marketing departments especially regarding new product development/introduction and engineering changes (ECO)
Will utilize reports generated through computerized inventory system, ensure that open purchase orders continue to meet changing delivery requirements
As necessary, performs other duties as required
Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent training
Requires 2 - 4 years directly related experience in a buyer/planner role
Requires experience with electronic device manufacturing
Knowledge of computer applications (i.e.: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Windows, etc.) required
APICS and/or NAPM certification
Experience with medical device manufacturing
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with persons contacted in the course of performing assigned duties including Company management and outside business associates
Ability to interact with management in all departments on a regular basis
Ability to represent the Company at professional and business functions in a competent manner
Excellent advocacy and persuasive skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to work under pressure
Develops solutions to a variety of problems; ensures solutions are consistent with organization objectives
May be required to travel to various customer and vendor locations
Ability to travel to distribution center as needed
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Ability to hear and speak to employees and outside business associates on the phone and in person
Ability to see the letters and numbers on a personal computer screen and on memos, reports and other documents (near vision)
Headquartered in Sacramento, CA, Volcano maintains expansive facilities housing engineering, laboratory, manufacturing and production operations in Northern California and various locations worldwide. These positions are located at our Sacramento, CA location which is less than two hours away from the San Francisco bay area, Lake Tahoe, snow skiing, the wine country and the Northern California beaches.
It is the policy of Volcano Corporation to base all employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity and to take affirmative action in the employment of women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.
