Buyer

Location: Cartago, Costa Rica
Company: Videndum
Department: Operations
Functional Unit: VPI
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: CR Plant Manager
Hours: 48 hours per week
Travel: Not required

Join Videndum – Help Keep Our Manufacturing Operations Moving

At Videndum, our products depend on a reliable and responsive supply chain. We are looking for an experienced Buyer to join our Operations team in Cartago, Costa Rica.

In this role, you will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing the materials, components, and services required to support manufacturing operations.

You will work closely with suppliers and internal teams to ensure materials are available when needed while maintaining appropriate standards for cost, quality, and delivery. The Buyer also plays an important role in supporting production continuity, new product introductions, project transfers, supplier performance, and cost-reduction initiatives.

What You’ll Do

Purchasing & Supplier Management

• Source and evaluate suppliers for raw materials, components, and services required for manufacturing.

• Issue and manage purchase orders based on production requirements and inventory levels.

• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers.

• Monitor supplier performance related to quality, cost, and on-time delivery.

• Build and maintain effective working relationships with suppliers.

• Track and resolve supplier-related issues involving delays, shortages, or quality concerns.

• Assist with supplier audits, evaluations, and continuous-improvement activities.

Manufacturing & Supply Chain Support

• Coordinate with Production Planning, Engineering, Quality, and Logistics teams to ensure material availability.

• Support manufacturing operations by helping maintain continuity of supply.

• Provide purchasing support for New Product Introductions (NPIs) and project transfers.

• Identify and respond to material shortages or supply-chain risks that could affect production.

• Work collaboratively across functions to resolve purchasing and material-related issues.

Cost Management & Continuous Improvement

• Support cost-reduction initiatives through supplier negotiations and alternative sourcing strategies.

• Identify opportunities to improve purchasing efficiency and supplier performance.

• Assist with evaluating alternative suppliers, materials, or sourcing strategies when appropriate.

• Support continuous-improvement efforts across procurement and supplier-management processes.

Procurement Systems & Compliance

• Maintain accurate purchasing and procurement records.

• Create and update information within ERP/MRP systems.

• Ensure purchasing activities comply with company procurement policies and procedures.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation related to suppliers, purchase orders, and procurement activity.

What We’re Looking For

Required Skills & Experience

• 2–5 years of experience in purchasing or procurement within a manufacturing environment.

• Strong negotiation skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Good understanding of supply-chain processes and inventory management.

• Ability to work effectively with suppliers and internal cross-functional teams.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and procurement-related tools.

• Good English communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively across the business.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Ability to manage multiple purchasing priorities while supporting changing production requirements.

Nice to Have

• Experience using IFS or a similar ERP/MRP system.

• Experience with international sourcing and supplier management.

• Knowledge of cost analysis.

• Knowledge of contract management.

• Experience supporting new product introductions or manufacturing project transfers.

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field required.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Cartago, Costa Rica, supporting manufacturing and operational activities.

The position works closely with Production Planning, Engineering, Quality, Logistics, suppliers, and other business functions to maintain material availability and support manufacturing requirements.

The standard schedule for this role is 48 hours per week.

Benefits

At Videndum, we recognize that our people are key to our success. We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support employees both professionally and personally.

Benefits may include:

• Competitive compensation

• Paid time off and holidays

• Health and wellness benefits

• Retirement and savings benefits, where applicable

• Employee assistance and wellbeing resources

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

• Collaborative, international work environment

Specific benefits may vary by location and will be provided during the recruitment process.

Health & Safety

Health and safety are an important part of how we operate at Videndum.

All employees are expected to take reasonable care of their own health and safety and the safety of others who may be affected by their actions.

Employees are expected to:

• Follow company health and safety policies and procedures.

• Use the correct tools and processes for assigned activities.

• Use required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where applicable.

• Perform only those activities for which they have been appropriately trained and authorized.

The Videndum Mindset

Videndum has a clear purpose supported by a common set of values. These values guide our decisions, shape how we work, and define the experience we want to provide to our employees, customers, and business partners.

• Exceptional Product Performance – We maintain high standards of technical performance, quality, and manufacturing excellence.

• We Are Nothing Without Our Customers – Our customers remain at the center of what we do and how we respond to changing needs.

• Leading a Fast-Changing Market – We apply creativity and diverse perspectives to develop innovative products and solutions.

• Global Capability – We share knowledge, resources, ideas, and expertise across the organization.

• Transparency, Integrity & Respect – We maintain high professional and corporate standards in our relationships with customers, suppliers, and colleagues.

• Environmental Consciousness – We seek to reduce our environmental impact and support long-term business sustainability.

Join the Videndum Team

If you have experience in manufacturing procurement, supplier management, purchasing, or supply-chain operations and enjoy working across teams to solve problems and keep production moving, we encourage you to apply and learn more about joining Videndum in Cartago, Costa Rica.

This is an opportunity to play an important role in ensuring our manufacturing teams have the materials, components, and supplier support needed to deliver quality products efficiently and reliably.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this position. It is not an exhaustive list of duties. Responsibilities and requirements may be modified based on business needs.