Buyer

Buyer

The Buyer is responsible for sourcing and procuring materials, components, and services essential for the production of medical devices. This role demands a thorough understanding of supply chain management, regulatory compliance, and supplier relationship management within the medical device industry. The Buyer will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement while upholding the highest quality and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and manage suppliers to ensure they meet stringent quality, cost, and delivery requirements specific to medical devices.
• Ensure all purchased materials and components comply with medical device regulations and standards, such as ISO and FDA requirements.
• Negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers to secure the best prices and delivery schedules, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels to support production without overstocking, considering the unique needs of medical device manufacturing.
• Collaborate with quality assurance teams to ensure incoming materials meet stringent quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or compliance.
• Monitor market trends and supplier performance to make informed purchasing decisions, focusing on the medical device sector.
• Work closely with engineering, production, and quality teams to align procurement activities with production schedules and new product introductions, ensuring regulatory compliance.

Essential Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Work Environment

The position is onsite in Santa Clara, with working hours from 8 : 30 AM to 5 : 00 PM. The role is a 9-month contract-to-hire opportunity.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Santa Clara, California.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 / hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following :

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Jose, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2025.