Job Description Summary

We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Buyer to join GE HealthCare’s materials management team. The Buyer will be responsible for end-to-end material procurement, order tracking, inventory control, full information flow management and cross-functional communication, as well as timely resolution of procurement and supply chain exceptions. This role requires a strong lean mindset, excellent communication skills, sharp cost awareness and the ability to drive efficient, compliant and sustainable procurement operations to support the stable operation of GE HealthCare’s business.
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Job Description

1. Material Procurement Management

Execute end-to-end procurement activities for direct/indirect materials in line with GE HealthCare’s procurement policies and quality standards, including supplier quotation comparison, negotiation, purchase order creation, placement and follow-up.

Conduct supplier communication and coordination, ensure timely delivery of qualified materials, and maintain stable supplier collaboration.

Optimize procurement channels, continuously evaluate supplier performance, and promote the improvement of supply chain reliability.

2. Procurement & Inventory Tracking

Track the whole process of procurement orders in real time, including production, shipment, transit and receipt of materials, and update procurement status in a timely manner.

Implement scientific inventory management strategies, monitor inventory levels, conduct inventory analysis, and balance inventory turnover rate to avoid overstock, stock-out or stagnant materials.

Cooperate with warehouse, production and quality teams to complete material receipt, inspection and warehousing, and ensure the accuracy of inventory data.

3. Information Flow Management & Communication

Take charge of the whole process tracking and management of procurement-related information flow, including demand collection, order confirmation, delivery notification, exception feedback and file archiving.

Maintain smooth communication with internal departments (production, planning, quality, finance, etc.) and external suppliers, timely transmit demand and supply information, and coordinate cross-departmental work.

Standardize procurement information recording and sorting, ensure the integrity and traceability of procurement data, and provide accurate data support for team work.

4. Exception Problem Solving

Proactively identify and resolve procurement exceptions including delivery delays, quality non-conformity, price disputes and supply interruptions, and formulate effective solutions to minimize business impact.

Track the closed-loop management of exception issues, summarize root causes, and promote the optimization of procurement and supply chain processes to avoid repeated exceptions.

5. Lean & Cost Optimization

Apply lean thinking to optimize procurement and inventory management processes, eliminate waste in the supply chain, and improve operational efficiency.

Establish strong cost awareness, conduct procurement cost analysis, control procurement costs through negotiation, process optimization and supplier management, and achieve cost reduction targets.

Participate in lean improvement projects of the team, put forward feasible optimization suggestions, and promote the continuous improvement of materials management work.

Job Requirements

1. Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering or related fields.

☑ years or above of procurement/buyer work experience, medical device or healthcare industry experience is preferred.

Familiar with procurement processes, inventory management principles and supply chain operation modes.

2. Core Competencies

Lean Mindset: Proficient in lean management concepts and tools, able to optimize processes and improve operational efficiency continuously.

Communication & Coordination: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong cross-functional communication and coordination ability, able to effectively communicate with internal teams and external suppliers.

Cost Awareness: Sharp cost control awareness, able to balance quality, delivery and cost, and implement cost optimization measures.

Problem-Solving: Strong logical thinking and problem-solving ability, able to quickly respond to and resolve procurement and supply chain exceptions.

Detail Orientation: High attention to detail, strong sense of responsibility and rigorous work attitude, able to ensure accuracy of procurement and inventory work.

3. Skills & Qualifications

Proficient in office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.), able to conduct data statistics and analysis independently.

Familiar with ERP or procurement management systems is a plus.

Good English proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing, able to complete English communication and document processing.

Strong teamwork spirit, proactive work attitude, able to work under pressure and adapt to fast-paced work environment.

Inclusion and Diversity

GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer where inclusion matters. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

We expect all employees to live and breathe our behaviors: to act with humility and build trust; lead with transparency; deliver with focus, and drive ownership – always with unyielding integrity.

Our total rewards are designed to unlock your ambition by giving you the boost and flexibility you need to turn your ideas into world-changing realities. Our salary and benefits are everything you’d expect from an organization with global strength and scale, and you’ll be surrounded by career opportunities in a culture that fosters care, collaboration and support.

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