Senior Purchasing Manager

Company: CONMED Corporation
Location: Largo
Posted on: September 15, 2023

Job Description:

The purpose of theSenior PurchasingManagerrole is to ensure thatprocurementactivities are coordinated to supportOperationsgoals with regard to service levels, backorders, PPV and inventory targets. TheSenior Manager will partner with internal stakeholders and suppliers to achieve goals for on time delivery, customer satisfaction and cash management.This is an onsite position.Duties and Responsibilities:

• Expedite and adjust delivery schedules at suppliers, as required, to meet production needs.
• Review and revise contracts required for ongoingoperationsrelated to products and services as required.
• Establish and maintain metrics for thepurchasingoperations.
• Recommend problem avoidance and cost reductions for existing products/services.
• Visit supplier facilities to observeoperationsand discuss business relationships.
• Analyze specifications and determines the best source forprocurementof commodities. Work closely with Corporate Sourcing on development and onboarding of new suppliers.
• Correspond in writing and verbally with suppliers as required to assure adequate and timely resolution of material problems.
• Initiate cost reduction programs with suppliers.
• Source and develop key suppliers with a goal of establishing a good ethical and supplier/user relationship in cooperation with Engineering, Research and Development and Quality Management.
• Prioritize and manage timelines for contract buys and blanketPOs.
• Partner with commercial teams and communicate effectively about supply challenges and opportunities.Required:
  • A Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
  • 5+ years ofpurchasingor relatedsupply chainexperience.Strongly Preferred:
    • 2+ years ofstaff managementexperience.
    • Experience and understanding of Engineering Change implementation as well as the Material Requirements Planning calculation used to determine purchase requisitions.
    • System experience utilizing and understanding anERP systemand Excel.
    • Knowledge of manufacturing practices, materials management, andStrategic Sourcing.0-20% travel#LI-OnsiteBenefits:CONMED offers a wide array of benefits to fit your unique needs. Visit our for more information.
      • Competitive compensation
      • Excellent healthcare including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
      • Short & long term disability plus life insurance -- cost paid fully by CONMED
      • Retirement Savings Plan (401K) -- CONMED matches your contributions dollar for dollar, with the potential for up to 7% per pay period
      • Employee Stock Purchase Plan -- allows stock purchases at discounted price
      • Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate level coursesKnow someone at CONMED? Have them submit you as a referral before applying for this position to be eligible for our Employee Referral Program incentives!CONMED is an Equal Opportunity Employer & an Affirmative Action Employer. CONMED is a strong advocate of workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, citizenship status, or veteran status.If you feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, you are encouraged to contact us at 800-325-5900 option #3.

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