Purchasing Manager
Core
Leading procurement activities to ensure material availability and support manufacturing operations within a regulated environment.
Role type
Senior IC Purchasing Manager
Builds
Production schedules and continuity of supply for manufacturing operations
Domain
Healthcare / Medical Devices / Regulated Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Supplier management, MRP systems, inventory optimization, regulatory compliance, team leadership, cost analysis, supply risk mitigation
Preferred skills
Lean Manufacturing, Kanban, S&OP, demand planning, FDA/ISO/GMP knowledge, APICS CPIM/CSCP certification
Technologies
SAP, Maestro, ERP/MRP systems, Microsoft Excel
Responsibilities
Lead and supervise Buyers and supply chain personnel; Develop and maintain strategic supplier relationships; Monitor and drive supply chain metrics; Review and analyze MRP outputs and demand forecasts; Ensure compliance with FDA, ISO, GMP, and quality system requirements
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities