Summary:
The Procurement Manager is responsible for executing purchasing strategies and supplier management activities to support manufacturing operations and customer service objectives across all facilities. This role oversees purchasing execution, supplier performance, material availability, and procurement processes while partnering closely with Supply Planning, Operations, Quality, and Finance. This is a hybrid position requiring a minimum of three (3) days per week in the office.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
· Develop, manage, and improve supply chain strategies to support company objectives, cost targets, and service requirements.
· Manage, coach, and support buyers in their daily activities.
· Negotiate pricing, ensure contract compliance and adherence, and delivery terms with vendors.
· Report regularly to upper management on supply chain risks and issues.
· Visit vendors regularly.
- Evaluate supplier risks and support dual sourcing and continuity planning initiatives.
· Ensure that safety, regulatory and company policies are followed.
· Develop and manage key performance indicators, including on-time delivery, inventory turns, order fill rate, and supplier performance.
· Lead cost-reduction initiatives across purchasing, logistics, warehousing, and inventory management.
- Partner with Planning and Inventory Governance to support material availability and inventory objectives
- Support commercialization and new product launches through supplier coordination and material readiness
· Evaluate and recommend technology, tools, and systems to improve supply chain visibility and decision-making.
Physical Demands:
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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time. Must be comfortable wearing the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when on the production floor or in any areas where PPE is required.
Qualifications and Education Requirements:
· Minimum of a Bachelors degree in Engineering, Business or equivalent.
· A minimum of 3 years progressive experience in managing in a manufacturing environment.
· Must have excellent leadership skills as well as technical competency.
· Knowledge of FDA, cGMP, OSHA safety requirements, and Lean Manufacturing techniques.
This is a hybrid position requiring a minimum of three (3) days per week in the office. Employees must be able to reliably commute to the assigned office location.
Pay: $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 5% Match
- 401(k) matching
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
Work Location: Hybrid remote in White Plains, NY 10601
