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• Identify, develop, and maintain vendor partnerships and control the contractual and commercial obligations of each supplier• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and business terms with vendors including non-disclosure agreements, audits, and payment terms• Establish and maintain business relationships with key vendors and ensure product meets all quality, safety, and price standards • Develop and uphold effective supplier performance management initiatives to ensure high standards and continuous improvement• Coordinate strategic sourcing initiatives that consider all business drivers and their impact on operations and customers• Organize third party testing for all FDA, Proposition 65, and CPSIA requirements for new development and existing product lines• Possess strong knowledge of the Chinese and Southeast Asian international supply base including raw materials, manufacturing, government regulations, and cultural expectations

• Placed purchase orders with international vendors within appropriate lead times to fulfill on time deliveries to customers• Reviewed confirmation forms from vendors to maintain accurate pricing, quantities, and delivery dates for purchase orders• Collaborated with global sourcing to evaluate and negotiate vendor pricing for new and existing materials to maintain low costs• Communicated with vendors and review work in progress reports daily to make certain production deadlines are met for all orders• Tracked and reviewed pre-production samples of goods to verify product is being manufactured to desired quality and specifications• Worked closely with logistics and our vendors to ensure all freight forwarder bookings are made in a timely manner for on time delivery

• Managed daily activities of buyers to ensure proper service and inventory levels are maintained at company distribution centers• Collaborated with managers and coordinators to identify and resolve potential inventory issues within distribution centers• Reviewed the performance of buyers within purchasing groups and administer bi-annual evaluations that include individualized, measurable goals for the following period and specific recommendations for improved performance• Analyzed supplier sales and purchase history to determine demand levels and purchases at proper buying brackets that satisfy current customer contracts as directed by account administration

• Identified suitability for tissue donors in accordance with all internal and external policies, procedures, and standards• Provided support to donor families and hospital staff to secure consent for organ, tissue, and eye donation