Job Description Summary

Job Summary:
The Junior Buyer is responsible for commodities or assignments requiring application of basic purchasing principles, theories, and concepts. The Junior Buyer ensures timely purchase of products or services from known sources of supply. Additionally, the Junior Buyer may resolve issues in the areas of PO accuracy and completeness, on-time delivery or supplier payment. The Junior Buyer will be required to manipulate data in various systems to determine the most favorable terms for Parata. The Junior Buyer will help search markets for allocated, constrained and End of Life parts. They will work to validate source of supply and background research on new suppliers. Strong attention to detail, adaptability, communication, and a willingness to work in a collaborative team environment are skills that will support a high level of success in this position.

Job Description

We are the makers of possible 

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities. 

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Assists the Buyer in the expediting and validation of incoming PO’s.

• Searches the market for constrained, allocated and End of Life parts.

• Works with the Strategic Commodity Managers to validate source of supply, do background research on potential suppliers.

• Resolves purchasing problems between department and supplier.

• Confers with vendors, receiving, warehouse and carrier personnel to expedite and trace missing/delayed shipments.

• Assists the buyer in the maintenance and accuracy of ship dates and pricing in our ERP system.

• Support management objectives by running KPI’s and supplier performance

• Manage follow-up resolution with external departments and/or supplier to correct Accounts Payable invoice issues

• Develop and maintain accurate point of contact data for all suppliers.

Education/Experience/Skills:

• High School Diploma/GED required.

• Associate degree preferred.  In lieu of degree, minimum of 2 years of supply chain experience required, preferably in a manufacturing setting utilizing an ERP system (MS-Great Plains preferred).

• Proven ability to use logic and problem-solving skills to independently isolate and identify opportunities in reporting/analysis

• Excellent communication skills; ability to work across a variety of departments and external suppliers

• Self-starter, organized, and motivated team player

• Validated analysis and presentation skills including use of common tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Excel skills, including use of pivot tables and advanced functions/concepts

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.  

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.  

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status. 

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Primary Work Location

USA NC - Durham - Roche Drive

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