This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You’ll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients. 

Baxter’s products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work. 

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives— where your purpose accelerates our mission. 

Your Role

The Specialist of Supply Chain is responsible for document solicitation, tracking and documenting to support Maquila Dora and Eu Mill spec importing regulations. You will support the Sr Specialist of Supply Chain in areas of SAP training, auditing (to ensure business, SAP and SOX compliance), report writing and execution, day to day operations support in MM/PP and SRM modules, backfilling procurement analyst positions on an as needed basis, testing new SAP functionality, new plant set up, moves, closures and transfer of product lines, addressing financial type issues pertaining to costing, receiving, supplier quality issues and system clean up to ensure proper financial reporting pertaining to cash commitment. You will also maintain communication channels with suppliers, internal customers and the Purchasing/Accounting/Receiving Department as a whole.

Your Team

Baxter is focused on saving & sustaining lives by finding solutions to complex problems! Each day, the manufacturing team strives to create quality products for our customers—and are sometimes met with unforeseen issues to solve. The high-caliber talent at Baxter meets these challenges head-on, as a team, to create products with the customer's needs top-of-mind.

We build relationships with each other to get work done!

As a multidisciplinary environment, we are always learning from others and exchanging ideas. This means we are open to new opinions and encourage Baxter employees always to be their authentic selves and celebrate our various backgrounds.

What You'll Be Doing

• Solicitation, Tracking and Documentation to support Maquila Dora and Eu Mill Spec import regulations.

• Vendor master, purchasing, planning, receiving and accounts payable auditing to support Sox, business process and procedures to ensure compliance.

• Providing day to day business support In the areas of SAP MM/PP, SRM, Accounts Payable and Master data (Vendor, Material, PIR, and Source list.) This includes providing trouble shooting skills to identify root cause(s) for errors found in the system or process.

• Create training documentation, system set up to support training and execute training to all new buyers for those plants that utilize SAP. Training includes, Purchasing, MRP, Accounts Payable, Receiving, RMA, PTP and Master data.

• Creation, Executing, maintaining and training on existing and newly created reports using query writing, Access, Excel etc.

• Directly supports the Procurement and Accounts Payable teams in the execution of, education and transactions required in SAP to support Procure to Pay issues including but not limited to pricing, quantity, payment term, discount taken, extraneous fees, standard cost, and damaged freight.

• Auditing In-transit shipments from sister sites to ensure transactions are done properly and timely to support accurate MRP messages across the organization and eliminate AP and AR Issues.

• Initiate and support ECR process for sister sites to ensure system accuracy in DC, OB materials and timely execution of changes.

• Support and/or back-up other buying positions as needed to foster a group/team effort and provide consultation to groups supported to ensure minimal business risks.

• As this backup or permanent support:

• Acquire materials in economic order quantities that maximize value and minimize total cost (e.g. optimized inventory levels).

• Assist in the annual standard costing process and provide price forecasts. Maintain standard costing program to ensure a positive PPV.

• Create Purchase Orders, or Scheduling agreements /SIR Agreements, train suppliers on Scheduling or SIR agreements and their outputs.

• Monitor and disposition obsolete parts and supplier returns for rejected products and help resolve supplier's quality issues.

• Request and process ECRs as appropriate.

• Provide full purchasing support for those sites that do not have this support.

• Establish and maintain effective communication with all levels within Baxter; ensure that procurement processes meet the requirements of Baxter and suppliers with Total Quality Management (TQM) in mind.

• Review/Analyze E&O materials to ensure disposal and maintain decisions are made in the company’s best interest.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in the field of Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Technology, or related field required.

• A minimum of 5 years’ applicable work experience is preferred.

• Deep level of SAP ECC knowledge in areas of MM, PP, SRM, and MRP.

• Knowledge of Total Quality Management and Supplier Partnering desired.

• Project Management experience desirable.

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with co-workers, related internal functions, external partners, and on project teams.

• Advanced experience with Microsoft Office applications.

• Meet deadlines and work under pressure, with limited supervision.

• Well-organized, troubleshooting skills & high level of attention to detail.

• Must have the ability to initiate and develop creative solutions.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Baxter is committed to supporting the needs for flexibility in the workplace. We do so through our flexible workplace policy which includes a required minimum number of days a week onsite. This policy provides the benefits of connecting and collaborating in-person in support of our Mission. The flexible workplace policy is subject to local laws and legal requirements. At its discretion, Baxter may decide to adjust, suspend, or discontinue as business needs change.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $76,000 - $104,500 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, commission, and/or long-term incentive. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

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 | Baxter

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter 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.

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Reasonable Accommodations

Baxter 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.

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