Procurement Specialist

Position Summary

The Procurement Specialist will partner with stakeholders across MIMEDX to develop a comprehensive understanding of material and service requirements, delivering value through strategic sourcing, cost optimization, and effective procurement solutions. They will collaborate cross-functionally to ensure business needs are met while supporting the company’s operational and financial objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan and execute procurement of materials and services from suppliers by creating and maintaining purchase orders.
• Evaluate new and existing suppliers, materials, and services to create synergy across business organizations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to advance supply chain initiatives that support the company’s strategic objectives.
• Maintain current knowledge of industry trends, opportunities, channels, products, and competitors to support supplier development opportunities.
• Track and report assigned spend areas, supplier performance, compliance metrics, and key performance indicators for business-critical suppliers.
• Proactively report and resolve material availability issues while providing supply status and shipment tracking to internal customers.
• Monitor and update QAD to ensure data integrity and accuracy.
• Own supplier relationship management activities and foster an environment of trust and cooperation.
• Identify and utilize AI-powered tools for daily tasks, including data analysis, report generation, and content creation.
• Manage the contract lifecycle management (CLM) tool, ensuring accurate configuration, timely updates, and compliance with organizational policies.

Education/Experience

• Prefers Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Procurement or Supply Chain
• 1 to 3 years of experience in Procurement and/or Supply Chain
• Demonstrated experience using AI-powered software and platforms
• Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM), Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) designation preferred
• Prefers experience working in a regulated industry such as medical device or similar current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) environment

Skills/Competencies

• Ability to gain trust and confidence of internal stakeholders and the supplier base
• Strong persuasive communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to support multiple functional areas
• Familiarity with general AI concepts and their practical applications to streamline daily tasks and communications
• Project management skills with the ability to track, report, and deliver expected results from start to finish
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365