We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and that’s why we’re inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of individuals who are committed to each other’s growth and development. Our culture is centered on our guiding philosophy, The Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom. Today Antech is driving the future of pet health as part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care.Current Associates will need to apply through the internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on Menu or View All Apps, select the Jobs Hub app, then click the magnifying glass to Browse Jobs.Work Type: This is a Hybrid role based out of our Hub in Loveland, Colorado.The Target Pay Range for this position is $58,880 - $73,000 annually. At Antech, pay decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, education, training and budget.PURPOSE OF JOB:The primary responsibility of the Senior Buyer is to purchase capital and non-capital materials, supplies and services in support of assigned laboratory locations.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Assist Procurement Manager in initiatives, special projects, & training the procurement team.
Drive the acquisition process to secure goods and ensure competitiveness.
Review purchase requirements with internal stakeholder(s) to develop business need.
Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations/proposals on prospective purchases.
Expedite goods if needed and follow-up on major orders to ensure proper handling and delivery.
Minimize total cost of ownership associated with the purchase of goods and services.
Support and assist assigned labs with all purchasing processes within the ERP purchasing system.
Communicate immediately with the Procurement Manager on any issue (i.e., pricing, delivery, quality, backorder, discontinuation etc.) that will have multi/cross lab impact or effect.
Review the lab’s requisitions requirements via the ERP purchasing system to assure correct supplier, pricing, and quantity for the lab, based upon past ordering patterns.
Ensure receipt of supplier confirmation for all purchase orders. Responsible for resolving any supplier issues pertaining to pricing or delivery, based upon supplier’s confirmation. Issues should be resolved prior to shipment of product.
Keep the labs informed of any deviations to their stated requirements.
Follow up with supplier on any past due orders and communicate the updated delivery information to the labs.
Resolve any invoice disputes and issues as presented by Antech Accounting, in a timely fashion.
Ensure that any changes in documented pricing are presented to the Procurement Manager with justification.
Assist labs with any purchasing-related issues they have in a timely and courteous manner.
Ensure proper and timely filing/storage of PO and confirmation paperwork as required by Antech Management.
Ensure to maintain the ERP purchasing system and that data integrity is accurate and as required per department policies and procedures. i.e., item number, manufacturer name, manufacturer part number, UOM, UOM conversion factor, classification, price, lead time, location(s) requiring the item, etc.
We share a collaborative obligation to ensure that we conduct ourselves in the utmost ethical manner and that we hold each other accountable for a commitment to integrity and uncompromising values.
REQUIRED EDUCATION EXPERIENCE:
Associate or Bachelor’s Degree
Minimum 8-year experience in supply chain, sourcing, or purchasing
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Problem-solving aptitude
Analytical mind with business acumen
Ability to work independently and resolve issues
Organized with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Strong negotiation, interpersonal skills with good relationship building skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Advanced proficiency with ERP systems
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Products (Outlook, Access, Excel, & PowerPoint)
Experience in data mining, analysis and reporting
Familiarity with supply chain processes (inventory planning, warehouse management)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Extensive sitting, phone, and computer use
Extend and reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers
Occasionally required to bend, kneel, stoop, or crouch
May be required to lift, move, and carry up to 10 lbs.
Specific vision abilities required including close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Hearing ability to effectively communicate via the telephone and in person
Ability to communicate verbally on the telephone and in person
Verbal and written competency in the English language
WORK ENVIRONMENT:The associate will primarily work in a typical office environment including use of cubicles, computers and overhead lighting. Currently the role is remote based with the expectation the employee would return to an office setting. Temperature extremes will be minimal to nonexistent.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The associate will be required to use a computer, spreadsheets, ERP System, email, and the internet. The associate is frequently required to use a calculator; fax, copy machine, and phone system.Antech offers an industry competitive benefits package and continues to invest in and evolve benefits programs that meet the health, wellness and financial needs of our associates.
All Full-time associates are eligible for the following benefits and more:
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Medical, Dental, Vision (Multiple Plans Available)
Basic Life (Company Paid) & Supplemental Life
Short and Long Term Disability (Company Paid)
Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts
Paid Parental Leave
401(k) with company match
Tuition/Continuing Education Reimbursement
Life Assistance Program
Pet Care Discounts
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement, please see our Career page at Antech Careers (http://careers.antechdiagnostics.com/us/en/affirmative-action) .
