About Beta Bionics

Beta Bionics, Inc. is a medical technology company dedicated to bringing innovative type 1 diabetes management solutions to the many, not the few. We are committed to bringing better access to better solutions – and a better life for those living with diabetes – with the world's first bionic pancreas called the iLet. The iLet Bionic Pancreas is the first and only insulin delivery system that does not require carb counting*, bolusing, correction factors, or pre-set basal rates. The only number needed to get started with the iLet Bionic Pancreas is a user's weight – the iLet does the rest. The iLet lets users “Go Bionic” with their diabetes management.

Beta Bionics is a public benefit corporation. This means we are a for-profit company with obligations to serve both our public benefit mission and shareholders' interests. Beta Bionics is also a certified B Corporation; and as such accountable to operate with high standards of transparency, sustainability and accountability to our customers, employees, business partners, society, and the environment.

Successful candidates will be working with highly experienced colleagues, who are amongst the best in their fields. We have a mission-driven, passionate and collaborative culture where you will have a high degree of empowerment and opportunity to make a significant impact.

Please contact us if you fit the profile below and if you are interested in joining the Beta Bionics team!

*User must be carb aware.

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Summary/Objective:

The Jr. Buyer will perform duties associated with the purchase of maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) and non-MRO materials. This position will also support inventory management, the ERP system, shipping, and receiving on an as-needed basis. The critical attributes and skills required for this position include problem solving skills, ability to meet schedules and priorities, attention to detail, initiative, working well within a team, and ability to work well and foster positive relationships with suppliers. The Jr. Buyer will be responsible for ensuring compliance and accuracy of purchase orders, escalation of issues, supporting the ERP team, and supporting purchasing functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

[Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Qualified candidates who need a reasonable accommodation with the application process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position should notify the company's HR contact]

• Support company goals and objectives, policies and procedures in compliance with our Quality System requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices, and FDA regulations including compliance with EN ISO 13485, Medical Device Quality Standards.
• Ensure that all regulatory and internal policies are followed.
• Make decisions in a timely manner, based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment.
• Coordinate and oversee material, supplies and equipment procurement.
• Effectively communicate requirements and with suppliers to ensure value, and structure agreements for volume orders, blanket orders and scheduled releases.
• Ability to work closely with Receiving Inspection and Quality to ensure that materials are received and placed into inventory in a timely manner.
• Prepare and provide updates on key performance supply chain and logistics metrics.
• Prepare and present supplier scorecards and updates, cost trends and material costing reports.
• Assist users in the ERP system with access issues, training, dashboard creation and implementation.
• Read and interpret manufacturing procedures, engineering drawings, and inspection procedures.
• Ability to establish, build and maintain professional working relationships with all levels of staff, clients, suppliers, and the public.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
• Special projects will require extended work hours and some travel may be required.
• Other duties as required.
• Operates with high standards that are aligned to Certified B-Corp values.
• Consider the beneficiaries of Beta Bionics' Public Benefit Mission with all actions and decisions.

Required Education and Experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Working knowledge of Logistics and Procurement.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to create improvements or new approaches that can be turned into realistic plans and real results.
• Self-starter, and results-oriented team player.
• Ability to work on a computer with various programs to transact product within the production system or to generate memos, spreadsheets or documentation as needed.
• Work well within a team by establishing and maintaining productive relationships with fellow employees, suppliers and customers.
• Ability to read and communicate in English verbally and in writing and ability to demonstrate active listening.
• Proven data comprehension skills to read and interpret detailed reports.
• Working knowledge of operations and supply chain management.
• Proficient with Salesforce, Microsoft Office and on-line applications.

Minimum Certifications/Educational Level:

• High School Diploma required, BS / BA in related field preferred.

Minimum Experience:

• 1-3 years of experience in relevant Operations and/or Supply Chain functions.

Work Environment and Personal Protective Equipment

• This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office
  equipment such as computers, phones, photocopier, and scanners.

• Personal Protective Equipment may be required for laboratory or field work.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, see, talk or hear.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• Wears personal protective equipment as required.
• This position is based out of Irvine, California. This position requires up to five (5%) percent travel.

Salary Range

$65,000 - $75,000

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• FSA and HSA Plan Options, including an annual company contribution to the HSA
• 401(k) program with employer match
• Generous vacation accrual and paid holiday schedule

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is the policy of Beta Bionics to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Beta Bionics will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.