Purchasing Manager

Trelleborg Group; Plymouth; On-site; USD 90,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job description

Trelleborg is a world leader in engineered polymer solutions that protect critical applications in demanding environments. Its innovative solutions accelerate performance for customers in a sustainable way. And we are where we are because our talents brought us here. In 2023, the Trelleborg Group had annual sales of approximately SEK 34 billion in around 40 countries. The Group comprises three business areas: Trelleborg Industrial Solutions, Trelleborg Medical Solutions and Trelleborg Sealing Solutions. The Trelleborg share has been listed on the Stock Exchange since 1964 and is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm, Large Cap. www.trelleborg.com

Imagine working for one of the leading contract manufacturers in the world. Seize this rare opportunity to be part of a healthcare and medical business unit with the support and stability of an organization that has been in business for over 100 years.

Trelleborg Medical Solutions is seeking a Purchasing Manager to join their team. The Purchasing Manager is responsible for leading the procurement functions for Trelleborg Medical Solutions, ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials, components, and services critical to our operations. This role involves strategic supplier management, developing strategies to meet and exceed cost-reduction improvements, and working cross-functionally across a global organization.

Responsibilities

Procurement Strategy

• Develop and implement procurement strategies to support strategic initiatives.
• Optimize procurement processes to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Monitor market trends to anticipate material price fluctuations and supply chain risks.

Supplier Management

• Identify, evaluate, and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure quality, reliability, price maintenance and compliance with industry standards.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing agreements with suppliers.
• Conduct supplier audits and performance evaluations in collaboration with the Trelleborg Medical Solutions supplier quality team.
• Establish processes to manage third-party suppliers for purchase for resale, inclusive of Trelleborg suppliers; and acquired companies until further integrated.

Inventory & Cost Management

• Collaborate with the planning and production teams to ensure appropriate inventory levels and avoid disruptions, while balancing cost of capital goals.
• Track and manage procurement budgets, identifying opportunities for cost savings without compromising quality.
• Report on purchasing performance metrics and KPIs, to meet purchasing excellence and other goals.
• Collaborates with data management to ensure globally inventory management is accurate.

Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure procurement activities comply with our global quality management system and medical industry regulations and standards (e.g., ISO 13485, FDA requirements).
• Work with Supplier Quality team to address quality issues and implement corrective actions, ensuring quality throughout the value chain.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing purchasing team.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and accountability.

As a Valued Trelleborg Team Member, You Will Enjoy

• Greater opportunity for impact
• Competitive compensation
• Generous benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life, 401k
• Paid time off
• Bonus opportunity

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years in procurement, supply chain, or related fields
• Minimum of 4 year college degree (business, engineering, or supply chain preferred)
• Strong knowledge of supply chain management principles and best-practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated success in supplier negotiations and contract management
• Prior work experience within a life sciences or medical device organization
• Familiarity with ISO 13485 quality requirements.

Travel requirements: approximately 30% domestic to other local sites.

Salary info: $90,000 and up based on experience.

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