Buyer II
Company: Verathon Inc.
Location: Bothell
Posted on: May 16, 2025
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Job Description:
Buyer IILocationUS-WA-BothellID2025-1508CategorySupply
ChainPosition TypeFull TimeWork ModelHybridCompany OverviewVerathon
is a global medical device company focused on supporting customers
by being their trusted partner, delivering high-quality products
that endure over time and ensure clinical and economic utility. Two
areas where Verathon has significantly impacted patient care, and
become the market leader in each, are bladder volume measurement
and airway management. The company's BladderScan portable
ultrasound and GlideScope video laryngoscopy & bronchoscopy systems
effectively address unmet needs for healthcare providers and
meaningfully raise the standard of care for patients. Verathon, a
subsidiary of Roper Technologies, is headquartered in Bothell,
Washington, USA and has international subsidiaries in Canada,
Europe and Asia Pacific. For more information, please visit
www.verathon.com.OverviewVerathon is looking for a Buyer II/Planner
to become the newest member of our Purchasing Department located in
Bothell, WA. In this role, you will perform a variety of purchasing
assignments, to ensure we achieve our corporate goals relating to
raw inventory availability, supplier costs, on-time delivery and
quality. If you are an experienced and driven supply chain
professional looking for a new challenge in a rapidly growing
business with a purpose of making a real difference in today's
world, then the Buyer II/Planner role at Verathon is the job you
have been looking for.Responsibilities* Place purchase orders for
direct & indirect materials while ensuring supplier commitments are
met
* Manage assigned inventory within predefined Min/Max levels and
countermeasure as needed
* Negotiate with suppliers to mitigate potential delivery issues
before escalating to leadership
* Analyze supplier responses and make recommendations to business
when there are constraints
* Closely monitor supplier OTD and escalate as needed
* Escalate EOL/LTB decisions and associated supplier negotiations
(e.g. pricing, lead-time)
* Collaborate with A/P team members to promptly reconcile
PO/invoice discrepancies
* Work with MRB team to process RTV's in a timely fashion
* Respond to and update ECR's and ECO's as needed
* Work with Suppliers and Verathon employees to return
non-conforming material to suppliers (RMA Returns)
* Identify potential supply chain risks and offer creative
solutions
* Participate in Supplier Business Review meetings as needed
* Other duties as assigned Qualifications* Bachelor's degree
preferred
* 3 years minimum of purchasing experience
* Experience purchasing direct materials as well as indirect
materials (consumables used by Manufacturing)
* Experience managing VMI programs preferred
* Proven ability to negotiate with suppliers
* Demonstrated ability to prepare and present information
* Ability to create partnerships with suppliers and internal
stakeholders
* Understanding of MRP, bill of materials, engineering change order
processes
* Proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel. Epicor experience
a plus
* Travel up to 10% of the time is required
* APICS and ISM Certifications are preferred Why Join Us? Be part
of an innovative team that is dedicated to improving patient
outcomesEngage in meaningful work that makes a difference in the
healthcare industryCompetitive salary and comprehensive benefits
package
Verathon is an equal opportunity employer and strongly supports
diversity in the workplace. We believe that diverse ideas, opinions
and perspectives will build a strong foundation for success. In
order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to
all individuals, employment decisions at Verathon will be based on
merit, qualifications, and abilities. Verathon does not
discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis
of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic
protected by law.Required
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