Buyer, Business

Overview

Location:

US-MO-Saint Louis Ballwin, US | Company:
Bausch + Lomb

Bausch + Lomb (NYSE/TSX: BLCO) is a leading global eye health company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight. Our mission is simple: helping you see better, to live better. Our portfolio of over 400 products serves the full spectrum of eye health needs. We have a presence in approximately 100 countries and a workforce of about 13,000 employees.

A buyer is responsible for leading the procurement of assigned goods and services that meet the organization’s quality, cost, and delivery requirements. This role drives strategic sourcing of materials, manages supplier relationships, and fosters continuous improvement in supply chain performance. The buyer collaborates cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to forecast demand, assists in negotiating contracts, and mitigates supply risks to contribute to operational efficiency and cost optimization.

• Assist with negotiating contracts and agreements with suppliers to secure favorable terms and conditions.
• Follow B&L procurement procedures.
• Collaborate with functions including R&D, Quality, and Program Management to ensure high performance and customer service.
• Participate in and lead projects for assigned categories.
• Deliver established cost savings targets through competitive bidding and effective negotiation of supplier service agreements; manage all supply-based costs and ensure contract compliance.
• Mitigate supplier-related risks related to cost, quality, and delivery.
• Perform sourcing and procurement activities in support of major initiatives, including stakeholder requirements, RFP/RFQ development, competitive bids, supplier selection, negotiation, risk mitigation, and supplier performance.
• Cultivate and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers to align with B+L’s goals.
• Communicate effectively across functional teams.
• Demonstrate motivation, self-drive, and adaptability to change.
• Apply analytical thinking and market insights to drive decision-making; commit to continuous learning and independent work to anticipate changing business needs.
• Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, production capabilities, and capacity.

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Contacts with other departments and mid-level personnel; involves collaboration and presenting solutions that require judgment and tact to obtain cooperation or approval.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• MRP experience, vendor relationships, and critical thinking abilities
• Typically 2+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, supplier management, or related roles, preferably in medical device manufacturing
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
• Project management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Analytical skills to interpret supplier quotes and contracts
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Experience with contract negotiations, supplier development, and global sourcing (preferred)
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required (10-20% typical) for supplier visits

• AS400 experience
• Advanced degree (e.g., Bachelor, Master) in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field (preferred, but not required)

This position may be available in the following location(s): US - O'Fallon, MO

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

U.S.

-based employees may be eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives, medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, tuition reimbursement, and other well-being benefits. Sick time, floating holidays, and paid vacation may also be available.

Applicants should be aware of job offer scams and should read Bausch + Lomb's Job Offer Fraud Statement for more information.

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Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.

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