Arthrex is a global medical device company and a leader in new product development and medical education in orthopedics. We’re seeking a detail-oriented Buyer Planner who will play a critical role in ensuring materials and supplies are available to support production and business operations. This position is responsible for managing MRP output, placing and maintaining purchase orders, minimizing back orders, monitoring forecasts versus actual demand, and collaborating closely with suppliers, engineering, quality, and internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate has experience in purchasing, supply chain, manufacturing, or forecasting environments, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and proficiency with Excel and ERP systems such as SAP. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where they can directly impact inventory availability, supplier performance, and overall supply chain efficiency. Join our talented team at a global medical device company focused on Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better™. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Reviews MRP outputs daily to ensure all required actions are taken – planned orders, expedites, de-expedites, cancels, etc.
• Limits backorders of all assigned parts while communicating backorder information to internal departments.
• Maintains and reviews Forecast vs. Actual sales for assigned products.
• Attend weekly conference calls with key suppliers.
• Distributes Engineering Change Requests to the suppliers and reviews disposition of existing and in-process inventory.
• Discusses defective goods with inspection or quality control personnel, suppliers and others to determine the action required.
• Responsible for all PO receipts of non-inventoried goods, invoice approval, MRO and credit card purchases.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 1 year of relevant business experience or Supply Chain Management Degree or Co-Op/Internship experience required
• Purchasing/Manufacturing/MRP experience preferred

Knowledge and Skill Requirements/Specialized Courses and/or Training:

• Knowledge of materials management, regulations, procedures, and records.  Able to analyze cost.

Arthrex Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company-Provided Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness)
• Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Annual Bonus
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Free Onsite Lunch
• Gym Reimbursement Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Trip of a Lifetime
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Leave
• Volunteer PTO
• Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.