Senior Buyer, Operations

Req ID: 10674

Working Location: Minnesota, Brooklyn Park

Workplace Flexibility: Hybrid

For more than 100 years, Olympus has focused on making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. 

Every day, we live by our philosophy, True to Life, by advancing medical technologies and elevating the standard of patient care so people everywhere can fulfill their desires, dreams, and lives.

Our five Core Values empower us to achieve Our Purpose:

Patient Focus, Integrity, Innovation, Impact and Empathy.

Learn more about Life at Olympus: https://www.olympusamerica.com/careers.

Job Description

The Senior Buyer is responsible for the procurement and supplier management of direct materials and components supporting medical device manufacturing operations. This role ensures continuity of supply to production through effective planning, supplier collaboration, and proactive resolution of supply chain disruptions. Responsibilities include managing supplier performance, negotiating pricing and delivery terms, supporting cost reduction initiatives, and maintaining inventory targets while minimizing excess and obsolete material. The position requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in ERP systems such as Oracle Cloud and Oracle EBS, and the ability to communicate effectively with suppliers and cross-functional teams to support operational and business objectives.

Job Duties

The Senior Buyer is responsible for the procurement and supplier management of direct materials and components supporting medical device manufacturing operations. This role ensures continuity of supply to production through effective planning, supplier collaboration, and proactive resolution of supply chain disruptions. Responsibilities include managing supplier performance, negotiating pricing and delivery terms, supporting cost reduction initiatives, and maintaining inventory targets while minimizing excess and obsolete material. The position requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in ERP systems such as Oracle Cloud and Oracle EBS, and the ability to communicate effectively with suppliers and cross-functional teams to support operational and business objectives.

Job Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor’s Degree or 6 years equivalent related work experience in medical device manufacturing, purchasing, planning or supply chain. Certification (APICS/ IBF) desirable.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, planning, or manufacturing within the medical device, pharmaceutical, or regulated consumer products industries.
Experience utilizing ERP/MRP systems such as Oracle Cloud, Oracle EBS, and Advanced Planning Systems to manage procurement activities, planning parameters, inventory analysis, and supplier performance.
Proven experience managing direct material suppliers, including supplier performance management, capacity planning, delivery recovery, and resolution of supply chain disruptions.
Experience leading supplier negotiations involving pricing, lead times, service levels, cost reduction initiatives, and contractual commitments.
Experience working within FDA, EMA, ISO, GMP, or other regulated manufacturing environments with a strong understanding of quality systems, compliance requirements, and patient safety expectations.
Strong ability to build and sustain collaborative partnerships across cross-functional teams including Planning, Operations, Quality, Engineering, Accounting and Category Management, ensuring alignment and execution across competing priorities.
Demonstrated capability to influence stakeholders in a matrixed environment, driving consensus and effective decision-making without direct authority.
Proactive mindset with a strong focus on challenging the status quo, identifying inefficiencies, and driving process improvements that enhance speed, quality, and overall supply chain performance.
Solid analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize complex data, identify key drivers, and support fact-based decision-making.
Strong communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging to diverse audiences and effectively present insights, risks, and recommendations to both operational teams and leadership.
End-to-end supply chain understanding with the ability to connect procurement decisions to broader operational, financial, and customer impact.
Demonstrated initiative, sound judgment, and structured decision-making in high-pressure, time-sensitive environments.
Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools, including Microsoft Excel, BI and standard Microsoft Office applications, to support procurement analysis and business reporting.
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously with a strong sense of urgency and accountability for delivery outcomes.
Commitment to knowledge sharing, continuous improvement, and fostering a culture of operational excellence across teams.

Why join Olympus?

We offer a holistic employee experience supporting personal and professional well-being through meaningful work, equitable offerings, and a connected culture.

Equitable Offerings you can count on:

Competitive salaries, annual bonus and 401(k)* with company match
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage effective on start date
24/7 Employee Assistance Program
Free live and on-demand Wellbeing Programs
Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance*
12 Paid Holidays
On-Site Child Daycare, Café, Fitness Center**

Connected Culture you can embrace:

Work-life integrated culture that supports an employee centric mindset
Offers onsite, hybrid and field work environments
Paid volunteering and charitable donation/match programs
Employee Resource Groups
Dedicated Training Resources and Learning & Development Programs
Paid Educational Assistance

*US Only

**Center Valley, PA and Westborough, MA

Are you ready to be a part of our team?

Learn more about our benefits and incentives: https://www.olympusamerica.com/careers/benefits-perks.

The anticipated base pay range for this full-time position in this location is $79,259.00 - $107,000.00 / year, plus potential for annual bonus (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Olympus considers a variety of factors when determining actual compensation for this position, including level of experience, working location, and relevant education and certifications.

At Olympus, we are committed to Our Purpose of making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. As a global medical technology company, we partner with healthcare professionals to provide best-in-class solutions and services for early detection, diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment, aiming to improve patient outcomes by elevating the standard of care in targeted disease states.

For more than 100 years, Olympus has pursued a goal of contributing to society by producing products designed with the purpose of delivering optimal outcomes for its customers around the world.

Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Olympus employs more than 31,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries and regions. Olympus Corporation of the Americas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Olympus Corporation, is headquartered in Center Valley, Pennsylvania, USA, and employs more than 5,200 employees throughout locations in North and South America. For more information, visit www.olympusamerica.com.

You Belong at Olympus

We are deeply committed to fostering a respectful, fair, and welcoming workplace for all individuals, perspectives, and lifestyles. We believe in fostering a non-discriminatory, inclusive work environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging, in full compliance with legal standards. Empathy and unity are core to our company culture, empowering employees to contribute fully and flourish. We warmly encourage all who wish to bring their talents to Olympus to apply.

Applicants Requesting Accommodations: Olympus is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Olympus will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact OCAAccommodations@olympus.com. If your disability impairs your ability to email, you may call our HR Compliance Manager at 1-888-Olympus (1-888-659-6787).

Let’s realize your potential, together.

It is the policy of Olympus to extend equal employment and advancement opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship status, religious creed (including dress and grooming practices), age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth and/or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability (physical or mental) and/or a medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or service in the uniformed services, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Posting Notes: || United States (US) || Minnesota (US-MN) || Brooklyn Park || Supply Chain