Indirect Buyer

Starkey Hearing is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Indirect Buyer to join our dynamic purchasing team at our global headquarters in Eden Prairie, MN. As an Indirect Buyer, you'll play a key role in driving efficiency and ensuring smooth operations by processing purchase orders for indirect materials and services. This position will give you the opportunity to:

• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures while streamlining procurement processes.
• Verify purchase requisitions for accuracy, ensuring the right products and services are delivered on time.
• Collaborate with internal departments and suppliers, maintaining strong, effective communication to meet diverse procurement needs.
• Contribute to the growth and success of an industry leader in hearing healthcare, where every purchase you manage directly supports our mission to change lives.

If you are looking for a role that combines attention to detail with cross-functional collaboration in an innovative, fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Starkey is a world leader in the manufacturing and distribution of advanced hearing technologies. We are in the business of connecting people and changing lives. Our teams come to work each day focused on ensuring people everywhere have the products and services they need to hear better and live better.

Founded in 1967 by Bill Austin, Starkey is known for our cutting-edge hearing health innovations, industry-leading research and development, and not being afraid to push the edge of what's possible.

We are headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, have over 5,000 employees in 29 facilities across the globe, and do business in more than 100 markets worldwide.

Watch this video to see more of what sets Starkey apart.

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JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/RESULTS
Purchase Order Management
* Process and manage purchase orders for indirect materials and services, ensuring timely and accurate order placement.
* Verify and validate purchase requisitions for completeness and compliance with company policies.
* Monitor and track the status of purchase orders to ensure timely delivery and resolve any discrepancies.

Supplier Communication and Relationship Management
* Communicate with suppliers to confirm order details, delivery schedules, and resolve any issues related to purchase orders.
* Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers based on mutual value principles, including openness and trust.

Procurement Analysis and Reporting
* Conduct spend analysis for a broad range of products or services in coordination with the specific category leader to identify supplier and savings opportunities.
* Collaborate with category leaders to conduct sourcing events based on priority and spend amounts.

Cross-Functional Collaboration
* Collaborate with internal departments to address procurement needs and issues, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
* Coordinate part specification updates through cross-functional alignment and testing with quality assessments.

Inventory and Material Management
* Maintain accurate records of purchase orders and related documentation to support effective inventory management.
* Anticipate critical events and identify resource requirements to support purchasing decisions based on independent and dependent variables.

Continuous Improvement
* Participate in strategic buying initiatives and assist in the development of procurement strategies in collaboration with Planning and Sourcing.
* Conduct risk assessments related to supply chain disruptions and implement strategies to mitigate potential issues.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education, Certification and Experience Requirements

* Education: 4-year degree or equivalent required; business or supply chain emphasis preferred.

* Experience: 3+ years of experience in material management or indirect purchasing desired; APICS/CPIM certification desirable.

Knowledge / Technical Requirements
Minimum Education, Certification and Experience Requirements

* Education: 4-year degree or equivalent required; business or supply chain emphasis preferred.
* Experience: 3+ years of experience in material management and/or indirect purchasing desired; APICS/CPIM certification desirable.

Knowledge / Technical Requirements
* Familiarity with Oracle applications and a strong understanding of procurement processes is highly desirable.
* Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and relevant procurement tools.

Competencies, Skills & Abilities
* Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical skills.
* Oracle Experience
* Strong communication skills, with an ability to convey details and requests professionally and accurately.
* Results-oriented mindset with a strong sense of ownership and commitment to achieving meaningful outcomes.
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

#LI-KS1

Dedicated - Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Team Player - Works well as a member of a group
Enthusiastic - Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Detail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Goal Completion - Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
Ability to Make an Impact - Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Bachelors of Economics (preferred)

3 - 5 years: Experience:
3-5 years material management/purchasing/supply chain experience desired.
APICS/CPIM certification desirable.
(required)

Skills