Buyer (11 a.m. - 7 p.m. GMT)

As a Buyer at Repligen, your primary responsibilities will include managing MRP-based procurement across multiple manufacturing sites, ensuring timely and cost-effective material availability. You will be utilizing data analytics to navigate supply planning, implement efficient inventory management strategies, and maintain a high standard through the entire Procure-to-Pay cycle. Additionally, you'll support the implementation of programs that ensure material flow consistency.

To be considered for the Buyer role at Repligen, you should have a B.S. degree or equivalent, ideally in supply chain or operations. A proven track record of at least 3 years in procurement, particularly in multi-site or shared service environments, is crucial. Strong analytical skills, understanding of P2P processes, and experience in manufacturing procurement are also key qualifications for this role.

As a Buyer at Repligen, you will enjoy a structured work schedule from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. GMT, Monday through Friday. This allows you to manage your time effectively while staying aligned with the broader U.S. operations. There’s also a flexibility mechanism in place that allows for potential hybrid working conditions after the induction and training period.

Repligen is dedicated to continuous professional development for all employees, including those in the Buyer position. We support ongoing training and development programs to enhance your skills and career trajectory within the procurement field, ensuring you're always progressing and adapting to industry changes.

In addition to a competitive salary, Repligen offers an extensive benefits package for Buyers, including private medical insurance, matching company pension contributions, life insurance, and a performance-related bonus structure. You’ll also enjoy generous holiday allowances that increase with your service and an employee wellness program to promote a balanced lifestyle.

In your response, highlight specific examples of your involvement in procurement processes within multiple manufacturing sites. Discuss how you used MRP systems to align orders with production schedules and managed demand signals to prevent shortages.

Discuss your methods for leveraging historical trends and forecasts to optimize supply plans. Share examples where data analysis has led to improved procurement strategies and material availability.

Outline your understanding of the P2P cycle, from requisition to payment. Discuss how you troubleshoot issues and ensure accuracy to minimize disruptions in procurement.

Detail your experience using ERP systems to analyze component requirements. Mention how you identify gaps in availability and strategize to align inventory with production needs.

Focus on your strategies for managing raw material inventory while minimizing excess and slow-moving stock. Discuss your previous experiences with implementing inventory management programs.

Share a specific example where your input led to a more efficient procurement process, whether through software implementation, training programs, or cross-site collaboration efforts.

Discuss your approach to time management and prioritization, citing specific techniques you use to handle competing demands in a busy procurement environment.

Illustrate your comfort and adaptability in collaborating with teams across different cultures, such as between the U.S. and Ireland, emphasizing communication and teamwork.

Offer a detailed account of a challenging situation you faced in procurement, how you approached it, and the positive outcome that resulted from your problem-solving skills.

Articulate your passion for supporting manufacturing operations, highlighting your commitment to meeting their unique needs and your drive to enhance efficiency and service quality in procurement.