North America Logistics Manager

SENIOR SUPPLY CHAIN SPECIALIST

Suburb of Philadelphia

 

Company:

My Client is a rapidly growing life sciences company in the global marketplace providing solutions for a variety of customer disinfection and safety needs. Their Core Purpose is to generate life science solutions for a safer, healthier world. The passion behind the development, growth and success of and the achievement of this Core Purpose, is their people.

 

Job Overview:

Business growth necessitates the addition of a Senior Supply Chain Specialist in the southeastern PA headquarters, reporting to the Director – Supply Chain Management. This position will be responsible for qualifying vendors, sourcing materials, negotiating terms and procuring goods and services. As senior member in the purchasing function, the Specialist will also be heavily involved in asset/inventory management and the development and implementation of policies.

This position offers the opportunity to work independently in a fast-paced environment and have a recognizable impact on the business.  The role also offers global exposure in both sourcing and partnering with our UK organization as well as the chance to diversify supply chain and procurement responsibilities as the business expands into new markets.

 

Responsibilities: Help support the Supply and Logistics operation, covering materials planning, inventory control, rate setting, outsourcing, vendor selection and distribution.  Involved with procurement, customer service, and production/merchandise planning to focus on continuous improvement of products and processes according to customer needs.Assist Supply Chain Director with minimizing total supply chain cost, maximizing supply chain effectiveness including conforming to established quality standards, and establishes an inventory flow that is responsive to the needs of the business. Negotiate, source and purchase materials from suppliers for production, and evaluate vendor quotes and materials to qualify best available suppliers that will meet company quality requirements. Process analysis, identifying and recommending improvement opportunities and creation of proposals for executive management review and approval.Select and manage suppliers and purchases to ensure best prices and contract terms, timely delivery, and a high level of quality for all parts and supplies. (Items to be purchased include components for electro-mechanical equipment and general office supplies). Manage the inventory of parts and supplies and place orders so that items are available when needed, without carrying excessive inventory levels. Keep team informed of promotions, cost advantages, product availability, market trends, vendor and item changes, and related information and anticipate and advise management of potential supply chain problems which may have significant impact on business. Develop and implement procedures to seek out suppliers that have the best value of the company.Perform financial analysis to evaluate make/buy alternatives and lease/buy options and participate in value engineering efforts. Serve as a liaison between company personnel and supplier representatives. Work with internal departments to develop purchasing policies and practices which promote cost minimization and timely availability and ensure compliance. Utilize system to generate and record purchase orders, receive goods and match to invoices, ensuring accuracy in all steps.

Qualifications: BA/BS college degree in Business or Supply Chain preferred. Minimum 5-7 years experience in a supply chain and procurement role within the medical device industry (electro-mechanical device preferred), with direct responsibility for managing vendors and negotiating contracts and experience establishing and documenting purchasing best practices. Demonstrated skilled negotiator with working knowledge of contract terms and conditions and ability to locate multiple supply sources and manage inventory and spare parts levels. Ability to develop relationships and interact effectively throughout all levels of customer /supplier organizations, demonstrating excellent customer service mindset in interfacing with internal departments and suppliers. Good organizational skills, strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks within a busy environment as well as solve problems and act independently. Able to interpret industry and financial data and make business decisions based on this data and to perform basic mathematical calculations on a regular basis. Great Plains software experience preferred, but other accounting software will be considered and proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.