Manager, Procurement & Planning - Bracco Medical Technologies

Bracco Medical Technologies•Eden Prairie, MN

3d•$120,000 - $130,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Manager, Procurement & Planning leads all procurement (direct and indirect) and site-level supply chain planning activities for the Eden Prairie manufacturing facility. This role manages a team of buyers and planners to ensure material availability, effective production planning, and on-time shipment execution, while driving strategies that support short- and long-term business objectives. The role maintains compliance with company policies and quality standards and partners closely with operations, engineering, quality, finance, and corporate teams to deliver strong site performance and meet customer commitments.

Requirements

Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field is preferred. In lieu of degree, 7+ years of progressively responsible experience in purchasing, planning, supply chain, or manufacturing operations, including supervisory or leadership experience, may be considered
5+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain planning, materials management, or operations within a manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of MRP systems, production planning, and materials flow in a manufacturing environment
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to develop and maintain business partner relationships across all levels both within and outside of the organization
Strong analytical skills with ability to solve complex problems
Knowledge of FDA & ISO requirements
Demonstrated Leadership skills and ability to influence and drive change both internally and externally

Nice To Haves

Proven experience managing both direct and indirect procurement activities in a production or site-based setting
5+ years SAP experience
ISM or APICS Certified
Contract negotiation knowledge and experience
Lean/Continuous Improvement knowledge and experience

Responsibilities

Lead, develop, and coach team responsible for procurement and planning functions
Recruit, onboard, and train team members to build a high-performing organization
Evaluate and develop employee performance through the BMT talent development process; establish clear metrics and drive accountability
Lead supply chain-related initiatives, including product launches, line extensions, and process improvements
Provide procurement and planning leadership within site operating mechanisms
Partner cross-functionally with operations, engineering, quality, and finance to align priorities and execution; communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Act as site lead for ERP planning and purchasing system utilization, ensuring effective use, compliance, and process discipline
Champion continuous improvement to enhance processes, systems, efficiency, cost, and service levels
Lead all site procurement activities, including sourcing, purchasing, and supplier management for direct and indirect materials and services supporting Eden Prairie Capital Equipment Manufacturing
Support non-inventory procurement across the site, ensuring effective processes, service levels, and compliance with Bracco Global Procurement policies
Develop and execute purchasing strategies aligned with demand volumes, cost targets, and working capital objectives
Establish delivery schedules and order strategies to ensure material availability across production and service while optimizing inventory and cash flow
Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable suppliers; build and maintain strong partnerships with key suppliers
Oversee supplier selection, onboarding, negotiations, and contract execution in close partnership with Legal
Manage supplier performance, including monitoring, issue resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives
Partner with suppliers to resolve quality or delivery issues and implement corrective and preventive actions
Assess, manage, and mitigate supply chain risks to ensure continuity of supply
Collaborate cross-functionally with warehouse, production, and operations teams to support effective material management
Drive compliance with Bracco Global Procurement and Quality policies and requirements
Lead and oversee site supply chain planning activities for in-house manufacturing of capital equipment, accessories, and service parts, including MRP execution, production planning, materials and inventory planning, and supply and distribution planning.
Provide direction and prioritization to the Supply Chain Planner(s) responsible for daily execution of MRP accuracy, purchase signals, and production support activities
Monitor and improve MRP data integrity and system accuracy to ensure effective planning and execution outcomes
Identify and resolve material and production constraints, escalating systemic issues and driving long-term corrective actions
Oversee the development and maintenance of the site build plan in coordination with procurement, operations engineering, and manufacturing teams
Support global supply planning and distribution activities as they relate to site execution and customer & region fulfillment
Ensure alignment between production schedules, material availability, and customer shipment requirements to support on-time delivery performance
Partner closely with Corporate Supply Chain to align site execution with broader strategic and global supply objectives, including S&OP / IBP processes
Drive continuous improvement in planning processes to improve service levels, reduce variability, and increase supply chain responsiveness