Capex Equipment Buyer

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Healthcare Administration, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent relevant experience. 2-4 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain; experience with capital equipment or healthcare/pharmacy/regulated environments strongly preferred. Demonstrated experience negotiating contracts, pricing, and commercial terms for high-value purchases. Strong understanding of basic financial concepts (capex vs. opex, ROI, total cost of ownership). Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and deadlines. Excellent communication, relationship-building, and vendor management skills. High attention to detail, strong organization, and comfort working within defined approval and compliance frameworks.

Manage the end-to-end purchasing process for capital equipment and automation. Develop and issue RFQs/RFPs to qualified vendors. Lead commercial evaluation of vendor proposals. Negotiate pricing, payment terms, warranties, and service/maintenance agreements. Create and manage purchase orders, track order status, and coordinate delivery, installation, and start-up. Maintain an approved vendor list. Partner with Finance to align purchases with approved capital budgets. Maintain organized records of quotes, contracts, POs, warranties, and service agreements. Monitor supplier performance and assist in resolving issues. Ensure purchasing activity follows company policies and regulatory compliance.