Job Description

Job Summary:
WorldWide Life Sciences (WWLS) is a technologically advanced, quality driven wholesaler and distributor of laboratory consumables and equipment for laboratories throughout the world. Our price-conscious approach with prompt product delivery distinguishes WWLS from its competitors.
WWLS is looking to expand its presence throughout the U.S. We are seeking a high-energy, self-motivated individual to assist our purchasing group in Bristol, PA. As a Buyer, you will be responsible for the WorldWide Medical Products segment of purchasing, which includes: handling and processing order requests, building and growing relationships with our vendors, placing orders in an organized and timely fashion, following-up with orders for the duration of the order lifecycle, and friendly interaction with the order placement employee from each department
Essential Functions:
• Process urgent purchase orders, drop ship purchase orders, restocking purchase orders on a daily basis
• Routinely review open order report to confirm inbound estimates of product arrival are correct
• Conduct surveys and market studies to determine price levels, trends, business activity and availability of commodities.
• Obtain and review supplier quotations for materials, equipment, and services in order to establish proper specification and commercial compliance.
• Negotiate, as necessary, and issue purchase orders.
• Develop and maintain qualified suppliers in order to obtain competitive quotes.
• Participate in complex negotiations
• Direct the review of cost estimates with Purchasing Management personnel to develop optimum cost estimate for purchased goods.

Job Qualifications: General Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA’s) required
▪ 2-4 years of successful procurement experience.
▪ High School diploma, GED, or equivalent experience preferred.
▪ Well-developed multi-tasking, organizational skills, and detail orientation are key to success.
▪ Energy, motivation, enthusiasm, and integrity.
▪ Ability to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
▪ Must demonstrate sound judgment and decision-making ability.
▪ Computer proficiency in MS Office, Excel, e-mail and Internet functions.

We Offer:
▪ Competitive Salary
▪ Health and Dental Insurance
▪ Paid Vacation, Sick, and Holidays
▪ 401(K) Plan

Visit us at https://www.wwmponline.com/
Worldwide Life Sciences is a member of Genesis Global Group, and is an equal opportunity employer.