Procurement Analyst II

Bring more to life.     Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?      At   Beckman Coulter Diagnostics , one of   Danaher’s   15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.       You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And   by harnessing   Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.     As a global leader in clinical diagnostics, Beckman Coulter Diagnostics has challenged convention to elevate the diagnostic laboratory’s role in improving patient health for more than 90 years. Our diagnostic solutions are used in routine and complex clinical testing, and are used in hospitals, reference and research laboratories, and physician offices around the world. Every hour around the world, more than one million tests are run on Beckman Coulter Diagnostics systems, impacting 1.2 billion patients and more than three million clinicians per year. From uncovering the next clinical breakthrough, to rapid and reliable sample analysis, to more rigorous decision making—we are enabling clinicians to deliver the best possible care to their patients with improved efficiency, clinical confidence, adaptive collaboration, and accelerated intelligence.   Learn about the   Danaher Business Syste m   which makes everything possible.   The Procurement Analyst II for Beckman Coulter Diagnostics is responsible for the planning, organizing, and execution of strategic and tactical procurement activities, specifically purchasing critical components and commodities for production across multiple value streams and manufacturing sites. This position is part of the Consumables Procurement Department located in Chaska, Minnesota and is an on-site role. In this role, you will have the opportunity to: Follow material procurement and supplier management policies & procedures through SOP work instructions for supply chain. Work closely with Planning, Manufacturing, QC, Technical Operations, and Shipping/Receiving functions to track and report status and define priorities to meet production schedules. Manage escalation communications, part shortages, and expedites when necessary; work closely with Corporate Strategic Sourcing group to determine long-term corrective/preventative projects. Drive targeted, sustainable improvement in supplier OTD, Working Capital turns, Purchase Price Variance, and related KPI’s/objectives by leveraging DBS tools, facilitation skills, and change management. Drive towards process improvements leverage data The essential requirements of the job include: Bachelor’s degree required with 2+ years of experience in Procurement or a closely related field, or Master’s Degree in Supply Chain. Experience working in a high-volume work environment using interpersonal leadership skills Must have a strong working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems: Oracle EBS and Oracle Cloud working knowledge is preferred. Proficient with MS Office applications, PowerPoint, Excel, Power BI with the ability to learn new programs that are job specific. Experience working in a matrix environment managing high volume It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in: APICS CPIM, CSCP, or CPM Certification. Demonstrated knowledge of how to effectively operate in a regulated environment (FDA, GMED, NCIS etc.). Previous experience with lean manufacturing processes Beckman Coulter Diagnostics, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info . At Beckman Coulter Diagnostics we believe in designing a better, more sustainable