Strategic Buyer (m/f/d)
Core
Develop and lead the execution of a supply chain strategy for the Advanced Surgery business unit, focusing on supplier management, cost reduction, inventory optimization, and contract negotiations to support business growth and operational excellence.
Role type
Strategic Buyer / Category Manager
Builds
Engineered components and sub-systems for minimally invasive surgery, robotics, and 3D metal printing applications
Domain
Medical devices / Advanced manufacturing / Healthcare technology
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
strategic sourcing, category management, supplier negotiation, contract management, inventory management, cost reduction, lean manufacturing, supply chain strategy, supplier performance management, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
engineering or supply chain degree, site visits and supplier audits, vendor managed inventory (VMI), Kanban systems, supplier consignment, global Kaizen events, matrix organization experience
Technologies
ERP systems, supplier scorecards, inventory replenishment systems
Responsibilities
Develop and lead the execution of a supply chain strategy supporting business growth and supplier OTD; Implement productivity and supplier improvement plans; Establish a network of support resources to facilitate supply chain improvements; Support supplier chronic or major performance issues; Obtain competitive bids and negotiate/award contracts to key suppliers; Drive increasing inventory turns through innovative replenishment processes; Participate in Global Kaizen events to eliminate waste; Drive continuous improvement in the supply base via Quarterly Business Reviews; Engender cooperation throughout the supply chain to ensure responsiveness to customer needs.
Seniority
Mid-level, independent contributor