PTP Specialist - "Buyer"

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

Location: Clayton NC

Flexibility: Hybrid

POSITION SUMMARY:                                                

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.      

• Manages the end‑to‑end acquisition of goods and services.
• Reviews and verifies purchase requisitions for accuracy and completeness.
• Creates and processes purchase orders accurately and in a timely manner.
• Communicates with suppliers to confirm order details and ensure timely, accurate delivery.
• Identifies and resolves discrepancies or issues that arise during the purchasing process.
• Performs tasks or responsibilities of lower professional levels when necessary.
• Informs direct manager of any incidents occurring during normal work processes.
• Monitors adherence to defined quality, safety, hygiene, and environmental standards.                                                        

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 qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Detail‑oriented team player with strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.ERP system experience (preferably SAP).
• Contract development and contract management experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated cost‑savings achievements and project management experience.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and exercise sound judgment.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Knowledge and application of work standards (GMP, PNT, INS, BPL, etc.).
• Commitment to continuous improvement and process enhancement.

Required Experience and Education:               

• Associate Degree or equivalent experience.
• Professional certification strongly preferred (C.P.M., CPSM, CPSD, CIPM, CIRM).
• 3 years of related experience.
• Compliance with required records, if any.
                                                                                       

Depending on the area of assignment, directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and/or competencies may be considered in place of the stated requirements.  Example:  If a job level requires a Bachelor’s degree plus 4 years of experience, an equivalency could include 8 years of experience, an Associate’s degree with 6 years of experience, or a Master’s degree with 2 years of experience.   

Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to electrical office equipment. Frequently sits for 6-8 hours per day. Frequent hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.  Frequently walks. Occasionally bends and twists neck.  Light to moderate lifting and carrying objects with a maximum lift of 25lbs. Able to communicate complex information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Frequently interacts with others, relates sensitive information to diverse groups. Ability to apply abstract principles to solve complex conceptual issues. Performs a wide range of complex tasks as dictated by variable demands and changing conditions with little predictability as to the occurrence.          

Third Party Agency and Recruiter Notice:

Agencies that present a candidate to Grifols must have an active, nonexpired, Grifols Agency Master Services Agreement with the Grifols Talent Acquisition Department. Additionally, agencies may only submit candidates to positions that they have been engaged to work on by a Grifols Recruiter. All resumes must be sent to a Grifols Recruiter under these terms or they will be considered a Grifols candidate.

Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.  We will consider for employment all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws, including but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

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Location: NORTH AMERICA : USA : CA-Los Angeles:USNC0002 - Clayton

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