The Opportunity

QuidelOrtho unites the strengths of Quidel Corporation and Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, creating a world-leading in vitro diagnostics company with award-winning expertise in immunoassay and molecular testing, clinical chemistry and transfusion medicine. We are more than 6,000 strong and do business in over 130 countries, providing answers with fast, accurate and consistent testing where and when they are needed most – home to hospital, lab to clinic.

Our culture puts our team members first and prioritizes actions that support happiness, inspiration and engagement. We strive to build meaningful connections with each other as we believe that employee happiness and business success are linked. Join us in our mission to transform the power of diagnostics into a healthier future for all.

The Role

As we continue to grow as QuidelOrtho, we are seeking a Buyer / Planner II to work in our manufacturing facility in Rochester, NY or Pencoed, UK. This position has responsibility for assigned raw materials including but not limited to assessing demand, supply, inventory, pricing, quality, and master data management in the ERP system (SAP specifically) supporting Rochester Operations. The buying aspects of the position include creation, maintenance and tracking of purchase orders for raw materials and services used in QuidelOrtho' s manufacturing process. The candidate will be responsible for achieving quality, cost and delivery goals to support the business unit operating plan. Management of non-conformances and resolution of invoicing issues are included to the scope of this position. Development and maintenance of relationships with business partners (Operations, Warehouse, Finance, Quality and Product Support), as well as partnering with the Procurement leads and suppliers is also a core component for this role.

The Responsibilities

• Development of material purchase plans and preparation of quote requests and purchase orders for the timely and economical purchase of goods and services in consideration of cost, quality and delivery metrics.

• Point of contact for suppliers, ensuring purchase order adherence, facilitation of expedites/de-expedites.

• Establishment and maintenance of appropriate material safety stock levels.

• SAP maintenance of material master data, purchase orders, planned delivery dates, settling of invoice discrepancies.

• Attendance on daily production / planning meetings, providing updates as required.

• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

Key Interactions

Internal:

• Operations, Warehouse, Finance, Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, Product Support

External:

• Suppliers, Vendors

The Individual

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in a highly regulated manufacturing environment or business is required; 4-6 years preferred.

Required Skills and Behaviors:

Advanced level expected in:

• Developing material purchase plans, preparing purchase orders for acquisition of goods and services in consideration of cost, quality and delivery metrics.

• Driving business results, focusing on group achievement rather than individual preferences.

• Building excellent relationships with key internal and external customers based on trust and respect.

Proficient level expected in:

• Understanding assigned category and its intricacies, suppliers and special cases.

• Raw Material planning principles and technology utilized to achieve it, including but not limited to ERP systems (SAP, Ariba) and other business tools, such as Power BI.

• Terms and conditions and its implications, payment terms, Incoterms.

• Internal Standard Operating Procedures, including but not limited to quality, master data management, product lifecycle management, order management.

• Forecasting / explaining purchase price variance versus standard cost.

• Reviewing production schedules and raw material requirements and project variance scenarios in terms of inventory quantity and value.

• Clearly communicating results of analyses in verbal and written format as well as illustrating trends by utilizing supply plan templates and graphical charts.

• Utilizing Microsoft Office Package, ERP (SAP strongly preferred).

Basic level expected in:

• Deploying problem resolution techniques to manage crises (supply risks, payment disputes) and to continuously improve following lean techniques and learned lessons.

Required Travel:

• 10% - mostly limited to domestic suppliers.

Preferred Skills and Behaviors:

Proficient level expected in:

• Ability to utilize EDI fundamentals for supplier integration as well as emerging technologies.

• Knowledge of cost breakdown, price formation and working capital to support prediction and explanation of variances, as well as negotiations.

Basic level expected in:

• Capability to adjust communication according to the needs of stakeholders at different levels inside and outside the organization.

 
How We Work

At QuidelOrtho, our culture is shaped by four core behaviors that guide how we collaborate, make decisions, and support each other and those we serve. The ideal candidate will exhibit these behaviors, as we believe they’re essential to how we thrive as a team and achieve meaningful impact:

• Thrive Together – Collaborate intentionally, grow as a team

• Make It Happen – Focus on priorities, embrace continuous improvement

• Commit to Service – Cultivate a service mindset

• Embrace Inclusion – Be open and authentic, welcome diverse perspectives

The Work Environment

The work environment characteristics are representative of an office, manufacturing, laboratory, and warehouse environment and include handling of viral and bacterial hazards, potentially hazardous chemicals, as well as infectious or potentially infectious bodily fluids, tissues and samples. Up to 75% of time at desk, standing or sitting extended periods of time. Flexible work hours to meet project deadlines.

Salary Transparency

Salary range for this position takes into account a wide range of factors including: education, experience, knowledge, skills, geography, and abilities of the candidate, in addition to internal equity and alignment with market data. At QuidelOrtho, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on that facts and circumstances of each case. Salary range for this position is $58,500 to $76,000 and is bonus eligible. QuidelOrtho offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with a 401(k) plan, employee assistance program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (including sick time) and paid Holidays. All benefits are non-contractual, and QuidelOrtho may amend, terminate, or enhance the benefits provided, as it deems appropriate.

Equal Employment Opportunity

QuidelOrtho believes in Equal Opportunity for all and is committed to ensuring all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, have an opportunity to apply for those positions that they are interested in and qualify for without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. QuidelOrtho is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so that an individual can perform their duties. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and require special assistance or an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please contact us at [email protected].

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