Lead the purchasing team according to Tegra Medical principles. Manage the purchasing and supply chain activities of goods and services to ensure an adequate supply of material to support company objectives in a timely manner.
Oversee raw material inventories & Supply reports within SAP S4/HANA, independently resolves supply chain constraints without customer impact.
Manage material supply to NPI projects ensuring delivery in accordance with the project plan.
Drive the supplier selection process for the company and participate in supplier reduction programs in coordination with the Commodity Management Team.
Negotiate and manage key supplier contracts, including delivery plans and pricing.
Collaborate with Quality regarding supplier quality system approval and with Engineering regarding technical issues and supplier capabilities.
Master’s Degree in Industrial Engineering or Supply Chain Management (or foreign equivalent) and 1 year of related experience with NPI within the medical device manufacturing industry required.
Domestic and international travel up to 25% to affiliate offices and suppliers required.