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3D Systems, Inc.

Buyer, Specialist

3D Systems, Inc., San Diego, California, United States, 92189


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Who We Are

Over 30 years ago, 3D Systems launched the 3D printing industry, leading additive manufacturing innovation ever since. Today, our diverse, global workforce brings innovation, performance, and reliability to every interaction, empowering our customers to create physical products at a digital pace. 3D Systems’ solutions address a variety of advanced applications in healthcare and industrial markets, such as medical and dental, aerospace and defense, automotive, and durable goods.

What We Are Looking For3D Systems is looking to add a Specialist Buyer to our team to enhance Buying, drive efficiency and cost-saving initiatives, and complete projects as assigned to meet the Sales and Operations Plan. Maintain supplier relationships. Responsible for raw material inventory levels, price, quality, and on-time delivery.

What You Will Do

Lead NPI (new production introduction) programs for Procurement function

Early engagement with R&D – to achieve competitive advantage in quality, cost, delivery, technology – DfX focus on procurement, cost, manufacturability, service/repairability, part re-use and leverage

Work with/partner with Strategic Sourcing / Commodity Managers to select prototype and production suppliers – in alignment with defined commodity strategies (request for case, cost analysis/cost modelling, supplier selection, onboarding/ramp)

Lead and manage procurement deliverables as part of product development process

Cost estimates/projections, modelling and tracking of costed bill of material

Identify and mitigate risks – commercial, technical/quality, delivery

Schedule management

Part ordering and tracking

Timely engagement of Supplier Quality function for part validation and release

Alignment with Planning on risk buys

Handover to Tactical Procurement – release for production

Identification of further improvement opportunities post release (Quality, Delivery, Cost)…in partnership with Strategic/Tactical Procurement function, Planning, R&D, Service, Quality, Finance, Legal

Promote and foster simplification and standardization of tools, processes pertaining to Procurement & new product development/new production introduction

What You Will BringEDUCATION:

Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering

A Master’s Degree in Business or a Technical field is preferred

Professional Supply Chain certification is a plus

Project Management certification is a plus

Six-Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification a plus

Current CQA or CQE Certifications a plus

EXPERIENCE:

8 years of experience in procurement or related area required

Experience in new product introduction – supply chain/manufacturing/procurement

Lean Manufacturing and/or Continuous Improvement Experience preferred

ISO 9000 or equivalent experience preferred

Working in an international environment, in international companies and matrix organizations

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Strong business acumen, strong engineering/technical competence

High level of negotiation skills, ability influence

Ability to communicate across functions and on different levels, tailoring the communication and messaging; excellent communication skills – logical and organized

Proven track record to work with R&D, Product development functions

Excellent communication skills

Demonstrated knowledge of lean manufacturing processes

Experienced in purchasing and sourcing

Project management skills

Excellent skills in Microsoft applications: PowerPoint, Excel and Word; PowerBi is a plus

Out-of-the-box thinker, decisive; experienced in and capable of leading change

Excellent team player

Historically, has demonstrated understanding the difference between giving a best effort versus doing what’s a necessity

The 3D Systems Advantage!Salary Range: $100,000 - $120,000 annually (salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the candidate, and alignment with market data).

In addition to a salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus based upon company performance.

3D Systems offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage, company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, and company-paid basic life insurance. Sick Leave, Flex (Vacation) Time, Parental Leave, and 9 holidays per year are also provided as paid time off. 3D Systems also provides a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan option with a company match.

Title:

Buyer, Specialist

Location:

CA-San Diego

Requisition ID:

240000DO

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