Supervisor Purchasing Operations
Core
Guide and support a collaborative team to ensure consistent supply chain execution, manage supplier relationships, and optimize procurement processes.
Role type
Purchasing Supervisor
Builds
Procurement processes and supplier relationships for global business operations
Domain
Life Sciences / Supply Chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Supplier relationship management, negotiation, ERP system knowledge (SAP/AS400), data mining (SQL, Cognos), process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma), team leadership (4-7 reports), project management, organizational skills
Preferred skills
APICS certification (CPIM, CIRM, CSCP), Lean/Six Sigma certification, experience leading teams of 4-7 direct reports, data mining tools proficiency
Technologies
SAP, AS400, Microsoft Excel, SQL, Cognos
Responsibilities
Guide and support a collaborative team, manage supplier relationships, optimize procurement processes, coordinate continuous improvement initiatives, ensure timely delivery of materials
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC