Procurement Manager

Zavation Medical Products•Flowood, MS

52d

About The Position

The Procurement Manager oversees all purchasing, sourcing, and inventory management activities to ensure the timely, cost-effective, and compliant acquisition of materials, components, and services that support Zavation’s manufacturing, set-build, and distribution operations. This role serves as the key liaison between product management, operations, and suppliers—balancing strategic sourcing with hands-on oversight of day-to-day purchasing, inventory optimization, and supplier performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
5–7 years of progressive experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management; experience in medical devices or manufacturing strongly preferred.
Proven success negotiating supplier agreements and managing supplier relationships.
Strong understanding of MRP and ERP systems (Macola, SAP, or similar).
Demonstrated ability to balance strategic planning with day-to-day operational execution.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

APICS (CPIM/CSCP) or ISM (CPSM) certification preferred.
Continuous improvement or Lean/Six Sigma experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement comprehensive procurement strategies that ensure cost efficiency, quality, and timely delivery of goods and services.
Lead sourcing efforts for new product launches and set builds, partnering closely with Product Management, Engineering, and Operations.
Negotiate supplier contracts, terms, and pricing while ensuring compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
Manage supplier performance through metrics, audits, and reviews; identify and execute improvement opportunities.
Conduct market analysis to identify cost-saving initiatives, alternative suppliers, and risk-mitigation strategies.
Monitor and maintain optimal inventory levels to balance cost control with service level requirements.
Oversee the planning and procurement of materials to support manufacturing and set-build schedules.
Analyze open purchase orders and resolve discrepancies to ensure accurate and timely deliveries.
Coordinate closely with Shipping, Receiving, and Warehouse teams to ensure proper documentation and material flow.
Implement and enforce inventory control procedures that prevent excess, obsolete, or expired stock.
Act as procurement’s bridge to Product Management, providing visibility into lead times, order status, and supplier constraints.
Partner with Finance to forecast demand, manage budgets, and support working-capital targets.
Collaborate with Operations and Distribution to align purchasing with production and fulfillment priorities.
Lead, coach, and develop the purchasing team to ensure professional growth, alignment, and accountability.
Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for cost savings, delivery performance, and supplier reliability.
Champion continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and inventory processes using Lean and Six Sigma principles.
Stay current with market trends, regulatory changes, and technology innovations relevant to sourcing and supply chain management.