About the role

AI summarised

The Senior Buyer / Planner is responsible for managing end-to-end procurement and planning activities to ensure the timely, cost-effective, and high-quality supply of materials and services. This role requires combining operational execution with advanced supply chain analytics, partnering cross-functionally to drive supply continuity and process improvements.

BiotechOnsite

Key Responsibilities

Manage purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and change orders to ensure accurate and timely execution.
Coordinate with Planning and Manufacturing to support demand fulfillment and inventory optimization.
Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, risks, and cost drivers across materials and suppliers.
Develop and maintain dashboards and reports using data to support decision-making regarding supply chain health.
Perform demand, inventory, and supply planning analysis to improve forecast accuracy and inventory levels.
Manage supplier relationships for direct materials, monitoring performance using KPIs and scorecards.
Conduct root cause analysis on supply disruptions, shortages, and excess inventory.
Partner with Engineering, Planning, Quality, and Operations to align procurement activities with broader business needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or analytics-related roles.
Proficiency in data tools including Excel and Power BI.
Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP or Ariba.
Proven experience in demand planning, inventory management, and supply chain analytics.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in data interpretation.
Ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders using data-driven insights.
Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex analysis clearly.