VantiveJunior Buyer
Vantive is a vital organ therapy company on a mission to extend lives and expand possibilities for patients and care teams everywhere. For 70 years, our team has driven meaningful innovations in kidney care. As we build on our legacy, we are deepening our commitment to elevating the dialysis experience through digital solutions and advanced services, while looking beyond kidney care and investing in transforming vital organ therapies. Greater flexibility and efficiency in therapy administration for care teams, and longer, fuller lives for patients— that is what Vantive aspires to deliver.
We believe Vantive will not only build our leadership in the kidney care space, it will also offer meaningful work to those who join us. At Vantive, you will become part of a community of people who are focused, courageous and don’t settle for the mediocre. Each of us is driven to help improve patients’ lives worldwide. Join us in advancing our mission to extend lives and expand possibilities.
Summary
The Junior Buyer supports the Supply chain team in sourcing components necessary for company operations. This role focuses on day‑to‑day purchasing activities, supplier coordination, data management, and ensuring timely deliveries while learning and applying procurement best practices.
Key Responsibilities
1. Operational Purchasing
Prepare and issue purchase orders in line with approved requests.
Monitor order confirmations and follow up on pending or delayed orders.
Maintain accurate purchase records and update ERP system transactions.
2. Supplier Coordination
Communicate delivery requirements and resolve order discrepancies with suppliers.
Track supplier performance (delivery times, responsiveness, quality feedback).
Support on boarding new suppliers by collecting required documentation.
3. Inventory & Planning Support
Collaborate with planning and warehouse teams to maintain optimal stock levels.
Report risks of shortages and escalate urgent supply issues.
Help analyze slow‑moving or obsolete items when needed.
4. Cost & Data Management
- Maintain up‑to‑date price lists and purchasing data.
5. Cross‑functional Support
- Coordinate with production, quality, and logistics to ensure smooth supply flow.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance or others.
Experience
- 0–2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain (internships included).
Skills
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Basic negotiation ability and willingness to develop negotiation expertise.
English
Good knowledge in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables a plus).
Familiarity with ERP systems is an advantage (JDE).
Reasonable Accommodation
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