Senior Buyer

We are seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to join our supply chain team. This hands-on role is responsible for operational procurement and logistics activities, ensuring timely material availability in compliance with medical industry standards and regulations.

Who we are

We are here to improve lives by restoring sight worldwide by a robotic platform for vision saving surgery. Our company will improve the way ophthalmic surgery is delivered to vision impaired individuals now and for decades to come. We are rapidly growing, funded by leading international VCs, and are looking to expand our small, motivated, multi-disciplinary and phenomenal team. Joining us is an opportunity to work towards saving vision across the globe, collaborating with others to realize a dream, and tackle an enormous challenge that will help drive your career forward. 

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement activities, including ownership of Purchase Orders (POs) within the ERP system.
• Drive supplier performance by proactively managing delivery commitments, lead times, and commercial terms.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with local and global suppliers to optimize cost, availability, and supply continuity.
• Manage and mitigate supply risks, including order changes, shortages, delays, and commercial discrepancies.
• Ensure data integrity and procurement accuracy within ERP systems, including invoice validation and variance resolution. 
• Oversee international and domestic logistics operations (air, sea, road) to ensure efficient and cost-effective material flow.
• Lead import/export activities, including customs documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Manage relationships with freight forwarders, brokers, and logistics partners to optimize service and cost.
• Monitor and control logistics costs and performance KPIs.
• Coordinate material flow across warehousing, storage, and site deliveries to ensure operational continuity.
• Partner cross-functionally with Planning, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Finance to align procurement strategy with production and project goals.
• Proactively support production and project milestones through strategic material planning and supply coordination.
• Ensure procurement and logistics activities comply with internal procedures and medical regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in Procurement/Buying in multi-disciplinary industry, including hands-on logistics and international shipping (import/export and customs clearance).
• Experience in a medical device company or regulated environment – strong advantage.
• Experience with Priority ERP – advantage.
• High level of English (written and spoken) – daily use.
• Strong organizational, follow-up, and execution skills.
• Detail-oriented, independent, and able to work under pressure. 
• Willingness to work extended hours as needed to support operational and project timelines.

Skills and Competencies