Buyer 2900 College Dr, Kettering, OH 45420, USA Req #650 Wednesday, September 25, 2024 Solvita comes from "sol" meaning sun and "vita" meaning life. As sunlight nurtures new life, we take the donor gift and transform it into new hope, bringing the light of healing to patients in our local hospitals through blood donations and to patients around the globe in need of tissue transplants. Because we believe that everyone deserves more time to live life to its fullest. The Buyer: Prepares and places Purchase Orders/Request for Proposals for assigned spend, including production materials, supplies, and services in accordance with established inventory systems and/or project definitions. Drive continuous improvement in assigned work content/purchase spend. Verifies/monitors pricing and expedites timely delivery on all purchase orders. Notifies internal stakeholders of any delays and resolves discrepancies/supply issues. Establish and maintain effective communications with suppliers relating to the organization's quality, delivery, and price requirements. Work with Management to identify and implement cost reductions strategies, drives cost savings with assigned spend. Performs other duties as assigned. Those that display conscientiousness, personal accountability, dependability, team work, a safety mindset, and kindness are encouraged to apply! We offer: A highly competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and supplemental insurance 401(k) with employer contribution and match Generous paid time off (PTO) - up to 5 weeks in your first year! Opportunities to participate in recreational activities such as Battle of the Businesses, special events such as Kings Island Day, Dayton Air Show and opportunities to give back. Opportunities to join various employee committees Minimum Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent required. Previous experience as a Buyer in a manufacturing environment. Other industries may be considered. Regular attendance is an essential function of all positions. Must be guided by the highest level of integrity and people-centered care. Work Environment/Physical Activities: Excellent communication skills. Follows directions and works independently without direct supervision. Organized and detail oriented with solid planning and problem-solving skills. Must be able to meet the required physical demands with or without reasonable accommodation. Meet driver insurability standards as established by Solvita. About Solvita We began in Dayton in 1964 as the region's first centralized blood bank. Solvita collects and provides all blood products for hospitals in our 15-county region and beyond. The tissue bank was born in 1986 and is now one of the nation's largest tissue banks. Solvita recovers, processes, and distributes human tissue grafts and is the nation's largest non-profit provider of skin grafts for burn patients. Solvita is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Drug Free Workplace Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible Employer Other details Job Family PROFESSIONAL Job Function PROFS_ADMINISTRATIVE Pay Type Salary Apply Now 2900 College Dr, Kettering, OH 45420, USA Share this job: Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.