This position is responsible for purchasing replenishment of component and finished goods of instruments and implants for assigned product lines. The Buyer will also assist with the purchase of prototypes, pilot production and full launch quantities for new product launches. The Buyer will ensure instruments and related components are procured through qualified sources and are delivered within set schedules. This individual will also be responsible for execution of procurement strategies, including supplier consolidation, kanban, VMI, etc. as directed. The Buyer will assist with supplier management duties and will monitor performance based on quality, delivery and lead-time metrics. Duties will also include working with the Operations team members to ensure communication of needs to suppliers and internal operations are accurate and timely. Strong analytic and problem-solving abilities, negotiation skills (for both internal and external requirements), project management, consensus b...