Buyer (Entry Level)

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Company Overview

LivaNova is a global medical technology company built on nearly five decades of experience and a relentless commitment to improving the lives of patients around the world. Our advanced technologies and breakthrough treatments provide meaningful solutions for the benefit of patients, healthcare professionals, and healthcare systems. The company is listed on the NASDAQ stock exchange under the ticker symbol " LIVN ." LivaNova is headquartered in London (UK) with a presence in over 100 countries and a team of more than 3,000 employees worldwide.

Position Summary

The Buyer I will support the procurement function by executing purchasing activities, maintaining supplier relationships, and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services. This entry-level role is integral to maintaining optimal inventory levels, coordinating with internal stakeholders, and contributing to the overall efficiency of the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute and monitor purchase orders for inventory and non-inventory items

• Assist in sourcing and qualifying new parts and suppliers

• Maintain inventory levels aligned with production requirements

• Update and manage supplier pull signals based on production forecasts

• Generate purchase orders in accordance with the Plan for Every Part (PFEP) strategy

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess material needs

• Support achievement of monthly and annual inventory targets

• Process returns of non-conforming materials to suppliers

• Participate in Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) initiatives related to production delays and missed delivery timelines

• Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers while maintaining quality standards

• Track and expedite critical shipments to ensure on-time delivery

• Resolve supplier invoice discrepancies within agreed timelines

• Engage in cross-departmental collaboration to support procurement and operational goals

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of relevant experience, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting

• Familiarity with procurement processes and MRP systems is a plus

• Strong attention to detail, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)

Education

• Bachelor's Degree required

  • Preferred fields: Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Accounting, or related disciplines

Pay Transparency: A reasonable estimate of the annual base salary for this position is $65,000 - $75,000 + discretionary annual bonus. Pay ranges may vary by location.

Employee benefits include:

* Health benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision

* Personal and Vacation Time

* Retirement & Savings Plan (401K)

* Employee Stock Purchase Plan

* Training & Education Assistance

* Bonus Referral Program

* Service Awards

* Employee Recognition Program

* Flexible Work Schedules

Valuing different backgrounds:

LivaNova values equality and diversity. We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is fair, transparent and free from unlawful discrimination. Our selection process is driven by the key demands/requirements for the role rather than bias or discrimination on the basis of a candidate's sex, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, non-job-related disability/handicap or medical condition, family status, sexual orientation, religion, color, ethnicity, race or any other legally protected classification.

Notice to third party agencies:

Please note that we do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Services Agreement, we will not consider, or agree to, payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event that a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, we explicitly reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.

Beware of Job Scams:

Please beware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiting activity by persons posing as LivaNova recruiters or employees. The scammers may attempt to solicit confidential, personal information, such as a social security number, or your financial information. LivaNova will never ask for fees prior/during/after the application process, nor will we ask for banking details or personal financial information in return for the assurance of employment. If you are concerned that an offer of employment might be a scam or that the recruiter is not legitimate, please verify by searching for "See Open Jobs" on https://www.livanova.com/en-us/careers, and check that all recruitment emails come from an @livanova.com email address.