Global Buyer

Overview

Bruker is enabling scientists to make breakthrough discoveries and develop new applications that improve the quality of human life. Bruker’s high performance scientific instruments and high value analytical and diagnostic solutions enable scientists to explore life and materials at molecular, cellular, and microscopic levels. In close cooperation with our customers, Bruker is enabling innovation, improved productivity, and customer success in life science molecular and cell biology research, in applied and pharma applications, in microscopy and nanoanalysis, as well as in industrial applications. Today, worldwide more than 11,000 employees are working on this permanent challenge at over 90 locations.

Bruker offers differentiated, high-value life science and diagnostics systems and solutions in preclinical imaging, clinical phenomics research, proteomics and multiomics, spatial and single-cell biology, functional structural and condensate biology, as well as in clinical microbiology and molecular diagnostics.

 

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Responsibilities

The Indirect Buyer manages the procurement of indirect goods and services, ensuring cost-effective purchasing while maintaining quality, compliance, and timely delivery. This role works closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to negotiate contracts, manage supplier performance, and support organizational procurement objectives.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Source and procure indirect goods and services in accordance with company procurement policies.
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to achieve the best value in terms of cost, quality, and service.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders, contracts, and supplier agreements.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues related to quality, delivery, and service.
• Conduct market research to identify new suppliers and cost-saving opportunities.
• Manage supplier relationships and support strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Collaborate with departments such as Finance, HR, IT, Manufacturing & RnD department, and Facilities to understand procurement needs.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, legal requirements, and company standards.
• Analyze spending data and prepare procurement reports and cost-saving analyses.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and continuous process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Education and/or experience requirements

• BS/BA in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics or equivalent experience
• 0-5 years of experience in a buyer/planner/material scheduler role working for a direct manufacturer - Required
• Demonstrated knowledge of forecasting, MRP, supply chain, inventory management and purchasing disciplines
• Proficient with MS Office suite – advanced skills with MS Excel
• Experience establishing and employing demand-pull material planning methods
• Certificate in CPIM or CSCP strongly preferred

Knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics

• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Knowledge of procurement best practices and cost optimization techniques.

Bruker is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.