Job Description

At Cepheid, we are passionate about improving health care through fast, accurate diagnostic testing. Our mission drives us, every moment of every day, as we develop scalable, groundbreaking solutions to solve the worlds most complex health challenges. Our associates are involved in every stage of molecular diagnostics, from ideation to development and delivery of testing advancements that improve patient outcomes across a range of settings. As a member of our team, you can make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale, within an environment that fosters career growth and development.Cepheid is proud to work alongside a community of six fellow Danaher Diagnostics companies. Together, were working at the pace of change on diagnostic tools that address the worlds biggest health challenges, driven by knowing that behind every test there is a patient waiting.Learn about the which makes everything possible.The Purchasing Buyer is responsible for managing procurement of direct and indirect materials and services to fulfill the manufacturing operations requirements. The position is required to be a team player in highly demanding Supply Chain Org in a medical device and/or molecular in-vitro diagnostic company, responsible for leading and managing all aspects of Purchasing - Raw Materials planning, purchase order processing, following up with suppliers, receiving of materials as per PO and ensuring on-time payment to suppliers.This position is part of the Global Supply Chain Management and will be 100% on-site role reporting into Supply Chain Organization/Purchasing Organization.In this role, you will have following key responsibilities:

• Work with Procurement various activities like placing PR-PO, following up for materials, supplier interaction and coordination.
• Drive Year on year cost savings opportunities.
• Responsible for supplier onboarding and registration, supplier interaction, coordination, negotiations.
• Determines appropriate amount of inventory to support production and manage risk.
• Need to have close monitoring on production material availability and ensure smooth production supply chain prospective.
• Monitors supplier performance holds supplier accountable for performance levels.
• Demonstrates effective problem-solving skills by working independently and engaging appropriate cross functional teams to address vendor/part issues.

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Bachelor of Engineering with minimum 5 years experience working in Purchasing Function in a medical manufacturing Plant.
• Procure to Pay process knowledge (PR, PO, Payment Terms)
• Global and local stake holder management
• Hands on knowledge on SAP, iBuy, Ariba systems
• Experience working in Global MNC culture.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Related experience in a diagnostic, medical device, or regulated manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Agile, lifecycle management, and advanced database/Excel skills.

Cepheid, a Danaher company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether its a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at .The below verbiage automatically populates on the career site. DO NOT INCLUDE the following verbiage in the job posting in Workday.When you join us, youll also be joining Danahers global organization, where 69,000 people wake up every day determined to help our customers win. As an associate, youll try new things, work hard, and advance your skills with guidance from dedicated leaders, all with the support of powerful tools and the stability of a tested organization.Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at to request accommodation.If youve ever wondered whats within you, theres no better time to find out.At Danaher we bring together science, technology and operational capabilities to accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrows science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life. Our global teams are pioneering whats next across Life Sciences, Diagnostics, Biotechnology and beyond. For more information, visit .At Danaher, we value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.

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