Buyer/Planner

Position Description:

We are currently seeking a Buyer/Planner for our distribution center in Plainfield, IN.

Summary: Evaluates material requirements, orders non-franchise products from selected suppliers based on the specific needs and applications for the products. Manages inventory levels to support clinic's service needs. Manages inventory turns to meet company goals for non-franchise products.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Reviews material requirements based on par levels and actual usage for non-franchise products.
• Recommends cost improvements/ corrective actions to transition material requirements to dj Ortho produced products.
• Prepares purchase agreements/ purchase orders to minimize cost impacts. PO's are based on a min-max in JD Edwards system. This is done with overall agreement with purchasing and materials management. Includes well over 500 direct purchase items as well as 500+ service part items.
• Develops kanban system with suppliers to monitor min/max levels and control inventory usage at both the supplier site and DJO.
• Creates and maintains an optimal method of shipping DJO tables and accessories to our customers either via a cross-dock or drop-ship process.
• Sets up and maintains supply chain agreements with key suppliers and sends trace reports to suppliers.
• Identifies new sources for orthopedic products requested by the business and consolidates supply base to limited number of pre-approved companies.
• Works with PDM, Compliance, Customer Service, and the Distribution Center on new product introductions, substitutions, and obsolescence.
• Update customer service and office care management on material shortages on a daily basis


Headquartered in San Diego, CA (Vista), DJO Incorporated is a leading global provider of high-quality, orthopedic devices, with a broad range of products used for rehabilitation, regeneration, pain management and physical therapy sold through our DonJoy, Empi, CMF, Aircast / Procare, and Chattanooga Group business units.

We are the largest non-surgical orthopedic rehabilitation device company in the United States and among the largest globally. We also develop, manufacture and distribute a broad range of surgical reconstructive implant products through our DJO Surgical business unit.

We believe that our strong brand names, comprehensive range of products, focus on quality, innovation, customer service, extensive distribution network, and our strong relationships with orthopedic and physical therapy professionals have contributed to our leading market positions.

To Apply Visit DJO Incorporated

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:
• Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, or equivalent, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2-3 years customer care and medical device (bracing) experience, preferably in a sales support environment, or materials management role.
• Good understanding of orthopedic products and industry players.

DJO is a portfolio company of the Blackstone Group.
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