Job Description

Buyer, Contract Manufacturing

At NeoLife, we give everyone the power to live healthier and happier lives. We are a world-wide nutrition company operating in over 50 countries and in business since 1958. For over 60 years, generations of families around the world have trusted NeoLife to provide leading-edge formulas that are based in nature and backed by science, using only the finest and safest non-GMO ingredients for nutrition supplements, earth-friendly home care, and organic skin care.

Position Summary

This position is at our Manufacturing Division located in Hayward, California. Responsible for planning and purchasing dietary supplements, personal and home care related materials. Work with contract manufacturers on packaging components, nutritional products and miscellaneous components. Coordinate within the supply chain the demand plan, product packaging at outside manufacturers, obtain relevant compliance documents and delivery of goods.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and collaborate with various departments in the qualification of products, components, and outside contract manufacturers.
• Interviews and negotiates with vendors and contract manufacturers for the best source of materials and finished goods considering quality, delivery, reliability, cost, payment terms and conformance to specifications.
• Gathers forecast data and prepares batch size analysis reports. Works with Manager to interpret then decide on quantity splits.
• Prepares and issues purchase orders and change orders.
• Coordinates production at outside contract manufacturers. Ensures components are shipped complete and in a timely manner.
• Follows up on critical purchase orders to secure improved delivery.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors and customers; interpret specifications and analyze bids.
• Ensure products meet specifications and review defects or non-compliance issues.
• Updates and maintains purchasing data in ERP system.
• Reviews market trends of materials in assigned areas for price changes and critical changes in supply and demand, keeping concerned departments informed of significant trends.
• Interfaces with Accounting and Receiving in the proper and timely administration of purchase orders, ensuring timely payment of supplier's invoices.
• Search out and participates in qualification of new 3 rd Party Contract Manufacturers.
• Project coordination with 3 rd Party Contract Manufacturers to bring new products to market.
• Travel required, on an as-needed basis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 5 years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experienced with ERP/MRP systems required.
• Experience working with an FDA regulated facility.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience and knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) preferred.
• Sense of urgency, well organized and self-managed.
• Excellent communication, both verbal and written skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team, with commitment to teamwork and collaboration.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite of applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).

To apply

Please submit your resume and salary requirements for consideration. All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States without visa or employer sponsorship. NeoLife offers a comprehensive benefit program including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k retirement plan, health care & dependent care flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and other great benefits! Please visit our website at to learn more about us!

Compensation details: 75000-90000

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