This is where your work makes a difference.At Baxter, we believe every person-regardless of who they are or where they are from-deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.Here, you will find more than just a job-you will find purpose and pride. Your TeamYou will be part of a dynamic Supply Chain organization, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams across multiple locations. This includes Raw materials, supplies and MRO planning , working together to ensure operational excellence, supplier performance, and inventory management aligned with business objectives.What We Offer From Day 1 Medical, Dental,Disability, and Life Insurance CoverageVision PlanPaid Vacation Days and Paid HolidaysPaid Parental LeaveRetirement Plan EmployeeStock Purchase ProgramEducational Assistance PlanWhat You'll Be DoingManage the activities of buyers and participate in cross-location commodity teams, including contract negotiations, supply agreements, and confidentiality agreementsReview supplier proposals, negotiate pricing, select vendors, and monitor performance to ensure optimal sourcing decisionsOversee raw material inventory levels to meet operational and business goalsPurchase raw materials, supplies, and services in compliance with company policies, quality standards, and cost objectivesProvide suppliers with forecasts and demand schedules to ensure alignment with organizational requirementsAnalyze supplier quotations and proposals, identify alternatives, and select the most effective sourcing strategiesEnsure compliance with inventory and freight policies to support financial and operational targetsDrive long-term strategic initiatives focused on customer satisfaction, cash flow improvement, and business performanceWhat You'll BringBachelor's degree in (B.B.A.) Business Administration, or (B.S.) in Engineering, or related field with eight (8) to ten (10) of experience in manufacturing operations, warehouse, planning or logistics field.APICS Certification highly preferred.Excellent supervisory and communication skills; excellent knowledge of local and federal regulations.Experience with use of MRP systems.Ability to analyze complex business trade-offs and solve problems innovativelyProficiency in presenting ideas and communicating effectively across diverse audiencesBilingual proficiency in English and Spanish US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees. For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | BaxterEqual Employment OpportunityBaxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is IllegalReasonable AccommodationsBaxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.Recruitment Fraud NoticeBaxter has discovered incidents of employment scams, where fraudulent parties pose as Baxter employees, recruiters, or other agents, and engage with online job seekers in an attempt to steal personal and/or financial information. To learn how you can protect yourself, review our Recruitment Fraud Notice.