Supply Chain / Procurement Manager

Responsibilities

• Own and lead end-to-end sourcing and procurement initiatives.
• Identify opportunities for procurement improvements and implement strategies to achieve identified improvements.
• Manage supplier relationships, including selection, contract negotiation, performance evaluation and risk mitigation.
• Broaden and deepen relationships with existing and new suppliers while driving efficiency and cost reductions.
• Drive continuous improvement throughout all processes of the Supply Chain.
• Select vendors who will provide consistently superior quality and delivery.
• Improve and maintain proper supplier quality controls.
• Drive inventory reductions through the creation of kanban, supplier-managed inventory and inventory consignment programs.
• Manage materials and subcontract activities to support demand, manage inventories to provide competitive lead times for our customers while minimizing our investment and risk.
• Develop and recommend purchasing policies for the organization.
• Manage the maintenance of records of purchase, delivery dates, vendors, costs, and other resources.
• Avoid approving plans to work out remedies for defective or unacceptable goods or services.
• Partner with operations, purchasing, and customer service to drive effective strategies.
• Supervise the day-to-day activities of the purchasing team, including timecard review and performance plan review.
• Afford to participate in expanding the company culture to one of continuous improvement and accountability.
• Assess and improve written procedures and SOPs related to the purchasing function of the Company.
• Maintain attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Work in a fast-paced team environment and prioritize and multitask.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, Operations, or other related field.
• 7 years of experience in a procurement, supply chain, or sourcing role in a manufacturing setting.
• Leadership experience.
• APICS/ASCM Certification.
• Ability to consistently achieve short and long-term business results.
• Ability to follow through on commitments and hold team members accountable.
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher).
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Medical Manufacturing Experience.
• Epicor experience.
• Contract negotiation knowledge and experience.
• Continuing Education, including participation in local chapters, associations, and/or organizations.