Portal Diabetes, Inc. has an exciting career opportunity for an experienced Purchasing Agent / Material Planner. In this role you will be responsible for purchasing, shipping and receiving, inventory control and kitting of material. You will support both development and manufacturing material needs.
About the Company
Our goal is to deliver a next generation implantable automated Insulin delivery pump that significantly improves the quality of life for users with Type 1 Diabetes. We are a small, fast paced company located in Westfield, Indiana.
Job Responsibilities
Interacts with suppliers on all aspects of planning, placing, and receiving orders
Assists in evaluating suppliers and ensuring timely delivery of goods
Participates in supplier approval process and maintenance of supplier records
Ensures integrity of production inventory thru proper handling, security of storage, and cycle counts
Pulls kits for either outsourced or in-house assembly
Arranges or assists others in arranging shipment via contracted logistics suppliers
Participates in Engineering Change Order and Material Review Board processes to execute material dispositions
Maintains accurate and timely paper and ERP system records/transactions
Reports directly to the COO
Required Skills/Experience
Minimum 5 years experience in Materials in a manufacturing company
Experience using an enterprise-level material control system
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to self-start, work independently, and collaboratively in a small team environment
Desirable Skills/Experience
Medical Device manufacturing experience highly desirable
Experience working with engineering teams (R&D, Manufacturing, Quality) highly desirable
Experience in managing logistics companies (like FedEx) and international shipments (through customs) a plus