Materials Buyer at Beckman Coulter Life Sciences in Indianapolis, Indiana

Job Description:

Beckman Coulter Life Sciences' mission is to empower those seeking answers to

life's most important scientific and healthcare questions. With a legacy spanning 80+

years, we have long been a trusted partner to our customers, who are working to

transform science and healthcare with the next groundbreaking discovery. As part of

our team of more than 2,900 associates across 130 countries, you'll help drive our vision

of accelerating answers-and our commitment to excellence.

Beckman Coulter Life Sciences is one of 10 Life Sciences companies of Danaher. Together, we accelerate the discovery, development and delivery of solutions that safeguard and improve human health.

Do you want to work on a collaborative team that is looking to continuously improve? Do you enjoy communicating with others and looking for opportunities to lead? Then read on!

We are currently seeking a Materials Buyer who will be responsible for Value Stream Buying and multiple commodities.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Preparing and processing requisitions and purchase orders for the procurement of goods, services, and supplies for customer-related business processes or for internal use


• Negotiating favorable terms, volume discounts and long-term contracts with suppliers


• Drive ongoing supplier optimization and continuous improvement

The required qualifications for the job include:

• A minimum of a Bachelors' degree with 2+ years of experience in a tactical or strategic procurement role, supporting manufacturing or project management, or a master's degree with 3+ years' experience or Doctorate degree


• Demonstrates experience and results in negotiating with suppliers


• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and assignments


• Proficient computer skills and knowledge of MS Office applications, especially Excel, with the ability to learn new programs that are job specific.


• Preferred - APICS CPIM, CSCP, or CPM Certification

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Both finished goods and manufacturing planning for instrument/accessory type products.

This job is eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.

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Join our winning team today. Together, we'll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow's science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

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