Procurement Manager
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Job Location:
Flowood, MS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
20 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
TheProcurement Manager oversees all purchasing sourcing and inventory management activities to ensure the timely cost-effective and compliant acquisition of materials components and services that support Zavations manufacturing set-build and distribution operations.
This role serves as the key liaison between product management operations and suppliersbalancing strategic sourcing with hands-on oversight of day-to-day purchasing inventory optimization and supplier performance.
Responsibilities:
Procurement & Sourcing
Develop and implement comprehensive procurement strategies that ensure cost efficiency quality and timely delivery of goods and services.
Lead sourcing efforts for new product launches and set builds partnering closely with Product Management Engineering and Operations.
Negotiate supplier contracts terms and pricing while ensuring compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
Manage supplier performance through metrics audits and reviews; identify and execute improvement opportunities.
Conduct market analysis to identify cost-saving initiatives alternative suppliers and risk-mitigation strategies.
Inventory & Materials Management
Monitor and maintain optimal inventory levels to balance cost control with service level requirements.
Oversee the planning and procurement of materials to support manufacturing and set-build schedules.
Analyze open purchase orders and resolve discrepancies to ensure accurate and timely deliveries.
Coordinate closely with Shipping Receiving and Warehouse teams to ensure proper documentation and material flow.
Implement and enforce inventory control procedures that prevent excess obsolete or expired stock.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Act as procurements bridge to Product Management providing visibility into lead times order status and supplier constraints.
Partner with Finance to forecast demand manage budgets and support working-capital targets.
Collaborate with Operations and Distribution to align purchasing with production and fulfillment priorities.
Leadership & Continuous Improvement
Lead coach and develop the purchasing team to ensure professional growth alignment and accountability.
Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for cost savings delivery performance and supplier reliability.
Champion continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and inventory processes using Lean and Six Sigma principles.
Stay current with market trends regulatory changes and technology innovations relevant to sourcing and supply chain management.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Business Administration Logistics or a related field (Masters preferred).
57 years of progressive experience in procurement sourcing or supply chain management; experience in medical devices or manufacturing strongly preferred.
Proven success negotiating supplier agreements and managing supplier relationships.
Strong understanding of MRP and ERP systems (Macola SAP or similar).
Demonstrated ability to balance strategic planning with day-to-day operational execution.
Excellent analytical problem-solving and communication skills.
APICS (CPIM/CSCP) or ISM (CPSM) certification preferred.
Continuous improvement or Lean/Six Sigma experience a plus.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Regularly required to stand walk and use hands to handle or feel objects tools or controls.
Frequently required to talk and hear.
Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms climb stoop kneel or crouch.
Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Must be able to work in a warehouse environment with varying temperatures and prolonged periods of standing and walking
This role serves as the key liaison between product management operations and suppliersbalancing strategic sourcing with hands-on oversight of day-to-day purchasing inventory optimization and supplier performance.
Responsibilities:
Procurement & Sourcing
Develop and implement comprehensive procurement strategies that ensure cost efficiency quality and timely delivery of goods and services.
Lead sourcing efforts for new product launches and set builds partnering closely with Product Management Engineering and Operations.
Negotiate supplier contracts terms and pricing while ensuring compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
Manage supplier performance through metrics audits and reviews; identify and execute improvement opportunities.
Conduct market analysis to identify cost-saving initiatives alternative suppliers and risk-mitigation strategies.
Inventory & Materials Management
Monitor and maintain optimal inventory levels to balance cost control with service level requirements.
Oversee the planning and procurement of materials to support manufacturing and set-build schedules.
Analyze open purchase orders and resolve discrepancies to ensure accurate and timely deliveries.
Coordinate closely with Shipping Receiving and Warehouse teams to ensure proper documentation and material flow.
Implement and enforce inventory control procedures that prevent excess obsolete or expired stock.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Act as procurements bridge to Product Management providing visibility into lead times order status and supplier constraints.
Partner with Finance to forecast demand manage budgets and support working-capital targets.
Collaborate with Operations and Distribution to align purchasing with production and fulfillment priorities.
Leadership & Continuous Improvement
Lead coach and develop the purchasing team to ensure professional growth alignment and accountability.
Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for cost savings delivery performance and supplier reliability.
Champion continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and inventory processes using Lean and Six Sigma principles.
Stay current with market trends regulatory changes and technology innovations relevant to sourcing and supply chain management.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Business Administration Logistics or a related field (Masters preferred).
57 years of progressive experience in procurement sourcing or supply chain management; experience in medical devices or manufacturing strongly preferred.
Proven success negotiating supplier agreements and managing supplier relationships.
Strong understanding of MRP and ERP systems (Macola SAP or similar).
Demonstrated ability to balance strategic planning with day-to-day operational execution.
Excellent analytical problem-solving and communication skills.
APICS (CPIM/CSCP) or ISM (CPSM) certification preferred.
Continuous improvement or Lean/Six Sigma experience a plus.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Regularly required to stand walk and use hands to handle or feel objects tools or controls.
Frequently required to talk and hear.
Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms climb stoop kneel or crouch.
Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Must be able to work in a warehouse environment with varying temperatures and prolonged periods of standing and walking
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Purchasing
- Sourcing
- Procurement
- Vendor Management
- HR Sourcing
- Procurement Management
- Supply Chain Experience
- Contract Management
- Contract Negotiation
- E-procurement
- negotiation
- Contracts
