Buyer
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Buyer
Nextern· Costa Rica
About this role
This position is primarily responsible for selecting and working with a group of suppliers in support of domestic production and new product development. Suppliers will include domestic and international locations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Materials Planning and Administrative: Generates, adjusts and expedites purchase orders based on MRP (material requirements planning) along with pertinent information being used to run the business, i.e. schedule adherence, S&OP, etc. Generates buy action based on authorized spending amount.
- Coordinates with the Planning Team to maintain optimal inventory levels and determine the proper priorities for material support. Tracks and monitors purchase orders, keeping informed of any problems/delays and communicates any impacts/constraints to the Planner(s), manufacturing manager/supervisor or engineering discipline impacted by the change. Coordinates subcontracted materials
- Supplier Management Focus: Monitors and communicates quality and delivery performance to the supplier and global operations team. Responsible to resolve supplier related problems (works closely with vendors to assure a positive and professional relationship always establishing and maintaining open lines of communication). Controls assets at suppliers, disposing of obsolete assets and monitoring the age of others.
- Quality: Adheres to CGMP and FDA requirements; reviews and approves all raw material document change orders; maintains accurate purchasing master data, AVL, info record, etc; interfaces with Manufacturing, Planning and Quality to ensure timely throughput and proper prioritization of materials received.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree in technical or business-related field; 2+ years manufacturing experience with progressive responsibilities and leadership experience with direct and/or indirect buying/purchasing preferred; strong interpersonal skills.
- Medical Device Industry Experience preferred.
- Advanced level of English
- Advance level of MS Office, Excel plus and ERP experience
Competitive compensation package
Frequently Asked Questions
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The salary for this Buyer role at Nextern is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Buyer position at Nextern located?
This Buyer role at Nextern is based in Cartago, Cartago Province, Costa Rica. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Buyer role at Nextern full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Buyer role in the Costa Rica department at Nextern.
Which team or department does the Buyer at Nextern belong to?
This Buyer position is part of the Costa Rica department at Nextern. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Buyer position at Nextern?
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When was the Buyer job at Nextern posted?
This Buyer position at Nextern was posted on Aug 6, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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