Buyer II

Who we are:

Maravai LifeSciences translates extraordinary science into everyday miracles, helping biotech, biopharma, and life sciences companies everywhere deliver novel vaccines, therapeutics, and diagnostics. We are global leaders in providing products and services within the fields of nucleic acid production and biologics safety testing to many of the world's leading biopharma, vaccine, diagnostics, and cell and gene therapy companies.

At Maravai, we believe that diverse perspectives are the foundation of innovation. Through an inclusive and equitable culture where every team member is inspired to bring their best selves to work, we cultivate an environment in which we can lead together, providing differentiated value to our customers, and enabling the miracles of science. For over 35 years, Maravai's portfolio companies have served as a catalyst for innovative, lifesaving technology for humanity. Pioneering nucleotide research since its inception, we are now leading the way in the rapidly expanding mRNA market.

Your next role as a Miracle Maker

Maravai LifeSciences is seeking a #MiracleMaker to join our Purchasing team as a Buyer II. As a Buyer II you will provide procurement support for various project requirements delegated by the Associate Director, Procurement & Strategic Sourcing. This individual will be responsible for placing orders for materials and services to be incorporated into Manufacturing and/or Operations, including handling communications with suppliers to ensure timely delivery at a competitive price. As a Procurement Specialist, the role encompasses various critical responsibilities to ensure seamless material management and procurement efficiency in a manufacturing environment.

How you will make an impact:

• Strategic Production Schedule Management:

• Collaborate with the Planning Department to oversee long-term production schedules, ensuring optimal material readiness for ongoing operations.

• Efficient Purchase Order Generation:

• Promptly generate purchase orders through diverse channels such as NetSuite, zero picks, reorder points, emails, and verbal requests, aligning with business requirements.

• Timely Order Expediting and Communication:

• Take charge of expediting open purchase orders, following up diligently, and communicating estimated delivery dates to facilitate timely production scheduling.

• Interdepartmental Issue Resolution:

• Represent the Procurement department in addressing and resolving issues that may arise with other departments, fostering effective collaboration.

• Purchase Order Management:

• Proactively manage the closure of all open purchase orders pending approvals, ensuring streamlined and organized procurement processes.

• Supplier Relationship Management:

• Cultivate professional relationships with suppliers by providing sufficient lead times and ensuring transparent communication of updates to end-users.

• Cost-Saving Initiatives:

• Actively contribute to cost-saving corporate initiatives through participation in bidding processes, supplier consolidation efforts, and material standardization activities.

• Quality Process Integration:

• Demonstrate a general understanding of quality processes and their impact on procurement in a manufacturing setting, ensuring alignment with industry standards.

• Financial Accuracy and Collaboration:

• Evaluate the accuracy of assigned general ledger accounts for all generated and submitted purchase orders, collaborating closely with the Accounts Payable team to resolve invoice issues.

• Receiving Discrepancy Resolution:

• Interact with the Receiving Department and suppliers to promptly resolve discrepancies in received items and coordinate returns as necessary.

• Inventory Procurement Oversight:

• Take responsibility for procuring inventory purchases from approved suppliers, maintaining a balance between efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

• Process Optimization and Root Cause Analysis:

• Identify and communicate process issues, present potential streamlining solutions, and actively contribute to root cause analysis efforts for all material shortages.

• Guidance and Training:

• Provide minimal guidance and training support to lower-level buyers, fostering a collaborative and knowledge-sharing work environment.

• Adaptable Role:

• Perform additional functions and duties as required, showcasing flexibility and a commitment to meet evolving organizational needs.

The skills and experience that you will bring:

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in a similar biotechnology/life science industry

• Experience with ERP/MRP systems required. NetSuite expertise preferred

• Proficient in Microsoft Office

• Expertise with effective negotiation and managing suppliers

• Working knowledge of Accounting practices

• Completes work assigned in a reliable, consistent manner while working successfully as an individual and within a team environment

• Personable, good listener, and with excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Self-motivated and able to organize and prioritize multiple tasks

The anticipated salary range for this position is $75,000 - $83,000. In addition, highly competitive long-term incentives in the form of company equity, bonus participation and company sponsored benefits are provided as part of the total compensation package. The salary offer will depend on multiple factors which may include the successful candidate's skills, experience and other qualifications, as well as the location of the role.

The benefits of being a #MiracleMaker:

• You have the potential to change, improve, and save lives around the world.

• You have the opportunity to be a part owner in Maravai through RSU grants and optional employee stock purchase plans.

• We offer comprehensive medical plans and HSA/FSA options.

• Fertility & family planning assistance.

• A variety of additional optional benefits and insurance options, including pet insurance.

• Retirement contributions.

• Holidays & Paid Time Off.

See a comprehensive list of benefits at our Benefits & growth site at https://www.maravai.com/careers/benefits-and-growth/

To view more opportunities to become a #MiracleMaker, visit our career site at https://www.maravai.com/careers/

Maravai LifeSciences is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation, and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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